Texas TECH University Health Sciences Center
2000 Transmountain Rd, 
El Paso, TX 

Overview

Patricia Nelson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in El Paso, Texas. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, and Temporal Arteritis.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Year

2009

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

General Practice in VA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Primewest Health System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Texas TECH University Health Sciences Center
2000 Transmountain Rd, El Paso, TX 79911
Other Locations
Office
6600 Van Aalst Blvd, Fort Benning, GA 31905

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


7 Total Publications

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Patricia Nelson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Patricia Nelson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Patricia Nelson by calling their office at 915-215-8400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Patricia Nelson a top-rated expert for Cataract?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Patricia Nelson is classified as an Experienced expert for Cataract, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Patricia Nelson specialize in?

While Dr. Patricia Nelson is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Uveitis, and Neuroretinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Patricia Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Patricia Nelson has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Patricia Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Patricia Nelson accept my insurance?

Dr. Patricia Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 915-215-8400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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