Summary

Dr. Peter Purcell treats varicose veins, atherosclerosis, and peripheral artery disease, and performs Doppler ultrasound, sedation, and ankle-brachial index testing. He practices vascular surgery and surgery and has been in practice for 38 years. He is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Purcell earned his medical degree from The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. He sees patients in Lenoir and Boone, North Carolina, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Purcell 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Peter Nelson Purcell has 3 locations

Horizon Surgical Specialists Pa

125 Hospital Ave Nw Ste 200-CLenoir, NC 28645
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Caldwell Memorial Hospital

321 Mulberry St SwLenoir, NC 28645

Watauga Medical Center Inc

336 Deerfield RdBoone, NC 28607

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Vascular SurgerySurgeryOral & Maxillofacial SurgerySurgery
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38 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Lenoir , NCHickory , NCMorganton , NCHickory , NC
Med School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University Med School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Nelson Purcell

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Nelson Purcell has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Nelson Purcell has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
  • Aneurysm
  • Balloon Angioplasty (Coronary Angioplasty)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other
  • Peripheral Vascular Diseases (Peripheral Artery Disease)
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Disease
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Peter Nelson Purcell holds an active medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Purcell's NPI number is 1932133170.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Purcell?
You can find contact information for Dr. Peter Purcell here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Peter Purcell speak?
Dr. Peter Purcell speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Peter Purcell accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Peter Purcell accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Peter Purcell's office located?
Dr. Peter Purcell's office is located at 125 Hospital Ave Nw Ste 200-C, Lenoir, NC, 28645.
Does Dr. Peter Purcell accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Peter Purcell has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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