Summary

Dr. Edward Neilsen is a family medicine physician who also specializes in emergency medicine and sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital. With 24 years of clinical experience, Dr. Neilsen brings extensive expertise to patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Neilsen is affiliated with MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and practices at multiple locations throughout South Carolina, including Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Columbia, and Mt Pleasant. He frequently treats upper respiratory infections and helps patients with ongoing respiratory problems. His practice also focuses on managing frequent infections in children. Dr. Neilsen performs diagnostic testing including flu tests, rapid strep tests, and COVID-19 testing. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 24 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Allen Neilsen has 4 locations

Doctors Care James Island

743 Folly RdCharleston, SC 29412
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast

120 Gateway Corporate BlvdColumbia, SC 29203

East Cooper Medical Center

2000 Hospital DrMt Pleasant, SC 29464

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Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: The University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill Med School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Allen Neilsen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Innovation Health
  • Integra
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Allen Neilsen has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Allen Neilsen has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Sports Medicine
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Edward Allen Neilsen holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Neilsen's NPI number is 1457316317.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Edward Neilsen affiliated with?
Dr. Edward Neilsen is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown.
Does Dr. Edward Neilsen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Edward Neilsen accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Neilsen?
You can find contact information for Dr. Edward Neilsen here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Edward Neilsen speak?
Dr. Edward Neilsen speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Edward Neilsen's office located?
Dr. Edward Neilsen's office is located at 743 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC, 29412.

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