Nelson Pollock, MD

Nelson Pollock, MD
Ratings and Reviews
4.9219 Ratings 33 Comments |
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CP concern for questions/worries | 4.9 |
CP efforts to include in decisions | 4.8 |
CP explanations of prob/condition | 4.8 |
CP spoke using clear language | 4.9 |
Friendliness/courtesy of CP | 4.9 |
Likelihood of recommending CP | 4.9 |
Patients' confidence in CP | 4.9 |
Time CP spent with patient | 4.8 |
Wait time at clinic | 4.8 |
The overall Patient Rating score is the average of responses to the nine questions listed below. The questions are from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a 1 to 5 scale, where 1 represents "very poor" and 5 represents "very good.
Patient Comments
- January 11, 2021Dr Pollock has been my general care physician for years. like and trust him very much.
- December 14, 2020Dr. Pollock has been my provider or many years and I have never had a complaint - he's great. Also Shannon, his nurse, is always very helpful.
- December 1, 2020Dr. Pollock was comprehensive in his questions and comments, and he covered the issues well. Dr. Pollock is an accomplished and compassionate care-giver.
- November 24, 2020Dr. Pollock is the greatest..........
- November 15, 2020Dr. Pollock is a great physician. I have recommended him to many others. I have complete confidence in his care.
- November 8, 2020very good experience
- October 30, 2020All good
- October 28, 2020Dr. Pollack is the best physician I have ever been treated by. Very grateful to have found him when I relocated to the High Point area.
- October 25, 2020Dr. Pollock is very attentive and helpful. I have been seeing him for years. He has very good manners and always seems interested in my health. He has help me thru the years just talking with me about my health.
- September 29, 2020Total experience was very satisfying. Feel great until next year visit.
- September 28, 2020The complete confidence was very good. This was my wellness exam. *Dr. Pollock and his nurse were both so attentive.
- September 17, 2020I find exceptional care with Dr. Pollack. This was our 1 st video visit with him given the pandemic I was cautious about coming into the office. I do believe that an in person visit is probably best for the doctor to see the whole person. However I accept that this may be the new normal for routine healthcare and no urgency to see the doctor.
- August 31, 2020Dr. Pollock has been my PC doctor many years. I respect him as a doctor and person. Always friendly, very professional and at the same time a people person. Always listens and gives answers. A wonderful doctor and person.
- August 31, 2020I have been a patient of Dr Pollock for a couple decades. He takes the time to listen to concerns, and explain those concerns. He doesn't try to rush you out of the office, making sure all questions and concerns are answered. I trust him totally!!
- August 31, 2020Dr. Pollock treats his patients like family. Always willing to listen to patients concerns & very thorough!
- August 20, 2020Dr. Pollock is exceptional.
- August 3, 2020really like Dr. Pollack. He always listen to you and help you with all your concerns
- July 28, 2020Dr Nelson Pollock is very professional and thorough. He makes sure to consider the effects of illness and the ability to help you become better. I trust him and his professional knowledge.
- July 22, 2020Dr. Pollock is very through in giving me my yearly physical. I don't feel rushed with him and he also is very good at answering all of my questions.
- July 21, 2020highly recommended to everyone
- June 30, 2020I am praying that Dr. Pollock never retires! Hands down, he's the best doctor I've ever had! He is a wonderful listener, he listens to my concerns and questions and always answers my questions and gives great advice. He never makes you feel like he doesn't have time for you and as a patient, I really appreciate that. When he gives a physical, you feel confident in knowing that if there are issues he will check them out and you'll know the results of your tests. I have recommended him to others and will continue to do so, because I have all the faith in the world in his expertise. He really cares for his patients!
- June 23, 2020Very good
- June 9, 2020Always explains what and how the treatment plan is.
- May 27, 2020Doctor Pollock is perfect for me (a 73 year old). while he has been in practice for undoubtedly a long time he seems to be very up-to-date medically. He recommended a drug not primarily used for sleep but which is the first effective sleep aid ever received.I actually have slept for 8 hours on occasion something not otherwise accomplished in 60 years.
- May 21, 2020Never had any bad.
- May 12, 2020no problems
- May 12, 2020Dr P is top notch
- April 20, 2020provider took time and helped us understand follow up
- March 25, 2020Been a patient sine 1986 or 1981.
- March 22, 2020overall very good.
- March 19, 2020*Nelson Pollock is a wonderful doctor!!
- March 17, 2020Based on my experiences, my sister has made an appt to see Dr Pollock
- March 10, 2020Friendly, efficient and professional.
Locations
Internal Medicine - Emerywood
formerly known as Emerywood Medical Specialists
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Credentials
Education
- MD, Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine, 1975
Internship
- Medical College of Georgia/Georgia Regents University, 1976
Residency
- Medical College of Georgia/Georgia Regents University, 1978
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
Positions
- Physician - Wake Forest Health Network
Insurance
Wake Forest Baptist accepts most major health insurance plans for hospital, physician and clinic services and participates in Medicare and Medicaid government programs. For more information, visit Billing and Insurance.
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January 2019
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
LMC ONLY - Contracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume
BEECHSTREET PPO
NATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK/MEDICAL RESOURCES
PHCS/MULTIPLAN
CHC ONLY - contracts specific to support CHC
AETNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (limited providers)
THN-TRIAD HEALTH NETWORK MA Plans only (Humana Medicare and Healthteam Advantage)
TRICARE
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC