Summary

Dr. Daniel Nelson treats osteoarthritis, knee osteoarthritis, and hip osteoarthritis, and performs bursa injections in his orthopedic surgery practice. He has 19 years of experience and is affiliated with Dunes Surgical Hospital. He speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and completed his residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. He sees patients in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota, and Cherokee, Iowa. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nelson 4.75 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 19 years of experience
  • 62 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 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. Daniel Richard Nelson has 3 locations

Cnos Dakota Dunes Clinic

575 N Sioux Point RdDakota Dunes, SD 57049
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cherokee Regional Medical Center

300 Sioux Valley DrCherokee, IA 51012

Dunes Surgical Hospital

600 N Sioux Point RdDakota Dunes, SD 57049

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Orthopedic SurgerySports MedicineOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
19 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 66 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Dakota Dunes , SDDakota Dunes , SDDakota Dunes , SDSioux City , IA
Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: Univ Of Saskatchewan Coll Of Med Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Univ Of Alberta Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Daniel Richard Nelson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Assurant Health
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • DAKOTACARE
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Progressive
  • Reliance Standard
  • SAMBA
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Daniel Richard Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Daniel Richard Nelson has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dr. Daniel Richard Nelson holds an active medical license in the states of Iowa and South Dakota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of South Dakota that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1922204239.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Daniel Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Daniel Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Daniel Nelson accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel Nelson?
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Where is Dr. Daniel Nelson's office located?
Dr. Daniel Nelson's office is located at 575 N Sioux Point Rd, Dakota Dunes, SD, 57049.
Which hospitals is Dr. Daniel Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Daniel Nelson is affiliated with Dunes Surgical Hospital.

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