Dr. Eric Nelson Jr, MD
Dr. Eric Nelson Jr, MD
Overview
Dr. Eric Nelson Jr, MD works in Canton, GA as
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Insurance Accepted
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Blue Open Access (Small Grp)-GA POS
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Medicare
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HealthyBlue 2.0
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Curative EPOCurative PPOCurative PPO Plus
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First Health (Coventry Health Care)
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Tricare
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IN Total Health
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Medicaid
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Molina
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United Healthcare
Locations
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Northside Heart-Canton460 Northside Cherokee Blvd Ste 150, Canton, GA 30115
Patient Satisfaction
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He is the first doctor in many years who knew enough to get my hypertension under control . Finally!
About Me
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Education
- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular Disease
Internship
- Mount Auburn Hospital|Mt Auburn Hospital
Residency
- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
Fellowship
- University Mass Medical School|University Mass Med School
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Eric Nelson Jr, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.
Dr. Nelson Jr accepts Aetna, Amerigroup (Wellpoint) and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Nelson Jr accepts here.
Dr. Nelson Jr's office is located at 460 Northside Cherokee Blvd Ste 150 Canton, GA 30115.
Dr. Nelson Jr has a star rating of 4.3/5 and has been reviewed 17 times.
Dr. Nelson Jr is board certified in
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Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)
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Talk with Your Doctor About Depression
Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)
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Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year
See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)
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Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence
If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)
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Get Screened for Cervical Cancer
Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)
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Get Tested for HIV
Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)
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Get Your Blood Pressure Checked
Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years. (USPSTF)
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Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation
If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)
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Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)
Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)
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Get Enough Folic Acid
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
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Quit Smoking
If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)
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Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse
If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)
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