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Dr. Christopher Nielsen, MD

Interventional Cardiology
5.0 (5)
Map Pin Small Charleston, SC
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Christopher Nielsen, MD

Dr. Christopher Nielsen, MD is an Interventional Cardiology Specialist in Charleston, SC. They specialize in Interventional Cardiology, has 33 years of experience, and is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease. They graduated from Wake Forest U, School of Medicine and is affiliated with MUSC Health University Medical Center.

Dr. Nielsen works at MUSC Health Ashley River Tower in Charleston, SC. They frequently treat conditions like Heart Disease along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Nielsen's Office Locations

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    MUSC Health Ashley River Tower
    25 Courtenay Dr # 100A, Charleston, SC 29425 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (843) 876-5146

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  • MUSC Health University Medical Center

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Heart Disease
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent

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    About Dr. Christopher Nielsen, MD

    Specialties
    • Interventional Cardiology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 33 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1477661429
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Medical University of South Carolina Medical Ctr
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Medical University of South Carolina Medical Ctr
    Residency
    Internship
    • Medical University of South Carolina Medical Ctr
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Wake Forest U, School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Christopher Nielsen, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Nielsen is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Nielsen has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Nielsen works at MUSC Health Ashley River Tower in Charleston, SC. View the full address on Dr. Nielsen’s profile.

    Dr. Nielsen has seen patients for Heart Disease, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Nielsen on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Nielsen. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nielsen.

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