40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Nelson, Ophthalmologist in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Christine Nelson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Nelson graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Ophthalmology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American College of Surgeons and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Univ Miami-B Palmer Eye Inst, Neuro-Ophthalmology | UC San Francisco, Plastics/Reconstructive | Neuro-Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami | Oculoplastic/Reconstructive Surgery, University of California, San Francisco
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Ophthalmology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Duke Eye Center | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Nelson board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Christine Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nelson 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. Nelson. 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.
Also known as:
- Eyelid Disorder
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Droopy Eyelid at Birth
- Other Eyelid Function Problems
- Blepharospasm
- Birth Defects
- Eye Disease
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Problems
- Eyelid Conditions
- Blepharitis
- Stye
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Mechanical Eyelid Droop
- Congenital Blepharoptosis
- Infant Ptosis
- Newborn Droopy Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Unspecified Eyelid Dysfunction
- Various Eyelid Issues
- Eyelid Movement Disorders
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- H029: Unspecified disorder of eyelid
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- Q100: Congenital ptosis
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02401: Unspecified ptosis of right eyelid
- H0259: Other disorders affecting eyelid function
- G245: Blepharospasm
- H02402: Unspecified ptosis of left eyelid
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Lost eye
- Eye Disease
- Missing eye
- Eye removal
- Anophthalmia (acquired)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9001: Acquired absence of eye
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C441122: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right lower eyelid, including canthus
- C44111: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of unspecified eyelid, including canthus
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Eye Disease
- Other Eye Disorder
- Eye Conditions
- Vision Problems
- Orbital Disorders
- Various Eye Conditions
- Miscellaneous Eye Problems
- Uncommon Eye Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0589: Other disorders of orbit
- H5789: Other specified disorders of eye and adnexa
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- BCC
- Rodent Ulcer
- Eyelid Skin Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C441192: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus
What procedures does Dr. Nelson perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nelson 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. Nelson. 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.
Also known as:
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Temporary Eyelid Closure
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Repair)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Canthoplasty
- Eyelid corner repair
- Eye shape surgery
- Reconstructive eyelid surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Eyelid suturing
- Frost suture procedure
- Temporary tarsorrhaphy
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
- Blepharoptosis repair
- Eyelid lift for ptosis
- Frontalis sling for droopy eyelid
CPT Codes:
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
- 67901: Repair of blepharoptosis; frontalis muscle technique with suture or other material (eg, banked fascia)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing
- Lacrimal Duct Probing
- Tear Duct Irrigation
- Unblocking Tear Duct
CPT Codes:
- 68840: Probing of lacrimal canaliculi, with or without irrigation
Also known as:
- Eye Socket Exploration and Biopsy
- Orbitotomy without bone removal
- Orbital exploration
- Eye socket biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 67400: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); for exploration, with or without biopsy
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
Also known as:
- Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
- Conjunctival Grafting
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Extensive Conjunctivoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Midface Flap Reconstruction
- Zygomaticofacial Flap
- Cheek Flap Surgery
- Midface Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15730: Midface flap (ie, zygomaticofacial flap) with preservation of vascular pedicle(s)
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Nelson in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons
Fellow
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578571261.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelson
What is Dr. Christine Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Ophthalmologist near Ann Arbor, MI. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nelson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Michigan Health - University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Christine Nelson accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?
Yes, Dr. Christine Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Nelson have?
Dr. Christine Nelson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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