Summary

Dr. Austin Nelson is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with two decades of experience serving patients throughout Alaska. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F E Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center. Dr. Nelson speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations throughout Anchorage, Eagle River, and Wasilla, with hospital affiliations at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson. He specializes in treating digestive conditions such as colon polyps, gastritis, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to diagnose and treat various digestive health concerns.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 20 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wilford Hall Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson has 7 locations

Alaska Digestive And Liver Disease

3851 Piper St Ste U466Anchorage, AK 99508
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

5955 Zeamer AveElmendorf Afb, AK 99506
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Alaska Digestive Center

4048 Laurel St Ste 103AAnchorage, AK 99508
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Alaska Regional Hospital

2801 Debarr RdAnchorage, AK 99508

Providence Alaska Medical Center

3200 Providence DrAnchorage, AK 99508

Alaska Digestive And Liver Disease

17101 Snowmobile Ln Ste 204Eagle River, AK 99577
Mon8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 12:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgery Center Of Wasilla

3190 E Meridian Park Loop Ste 111Wasilla, AK 99654
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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20 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
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Anchorage , AKAnchorage , AKTucson , AZAnchorage , AK
Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • LifeWise
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson holds an active medical license in the state of Alaska.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1831316066.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Austin Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Austin Nelson is affiliated with Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson.
Where is Dr. Austin Nelson's office located?
Dr. Austin Nelson's office is located at 3851 Piper St Ste U466, Anchorage, AK, 99508.
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