Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mathews, Family Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mathews?
Dr. Neilson Mathews, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mathews empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, Primary Care Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Allentown, PA community, Dr. Mathews is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mathews go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Sports Medicine-Family Practice; Bryn Mawr Hosp, Family Medicine; Naval Hospital, Family Medicine | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Mathews board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Neilson Mathews, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mathews speak?
Dr. Mathews and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- German
- Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mathews typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mathews diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Mathews. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mathews typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mathews performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mathews. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Mathews accept my insurance?
Dr. Mathews accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 862-3001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mathews accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Mathews in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Mathews' office located?
Dr. Neilson Mathews' Primary Practice
1627 Chew St Fl 1
Allentown, PA 18102
(484) 862-3001
What hospitals are Dr. Mathews affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Mathews has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Mathews's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mathews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114920915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mathews?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mathews