Summary

Dr. Nelson Garcia is a gastroenterologist with expertise in internal medicine and family medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M Miller School of Medicine and has been practicing for three decades. Dr. Garcia is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Garcia practices at multiple locations throughout Miami and Coral Gables, including Baptist Hospital of Miami, Doctors Hospital, and South Miami Hospital. He specializes in treating colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients give him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 85 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 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. Nelson Garcia has 4 locations

Gastro Health Kendall At Baptist Medical Arts Building

8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 306WMiami, FL 33176
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Doctors Hospital

5000 University DrCoral Gables, FL 33146

South Miami Hospital

6200 Sw 73rd StMiami, FL 33143

Baptist Hospital Of Miami

8900 N Kendall DrMiami, FL 33176

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30 Years of Experience
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Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: Indiana State University Med School: Columbus State University Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nelson Garcia

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - HMO-POS
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care - PPO
  • AvMed
  • AvMed - HMO
  • AvMed - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - HMO
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare
  • Cenpatico
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - HMO
  • Doctors HealthCare Plans
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Community Care
  • Freedom Health
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Sun
  • Health Sun - Medicare
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medica
  • Medica - HMO
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - HMO
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • New Directions Behavioral Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Preferred Care Partners - HMO
  • Preferred Care Partners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Solis Health Plans
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - EPO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nelson Garcia has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nelson Garcia has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Family Medicine
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. Nelson Garcia holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Garcia's NPI number is 1598734055.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Nelson Garcia affiliated with?
Dr. Nelson Garcia is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami.
What languages does Dr. Nelson Garcia speak?
Dr. Nelson Garcia speaks Spanish and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nelson Garcia?
You can find contact information for Dr. Nelson Garcia here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Nelson Garcia's office located?
Dr. Nelson Garcia's office is located at 8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 306W, Miami, FL, 33176.
Does Dr. Nelson Garcia accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Nelson Garcia accepts on their Vitals profile.

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