Summary

Dr. Nelson graduated from the Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010. He works in Saint Paul, MN and 1 other location and specializes in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Derek J Nelson has 2 locations

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Associates

280 Smith Ave N Ste 220Saint Paul, MN 55102
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

United Hospital

333 Smith Ave NSaint Paul, MN 55102

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Physical Medicine & RehabilitationInterventional CardiologyRadiation OncologyAllergy & Immunology
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16 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Saint Paul , MNMinneapolis , MNNew Richmond , WIEagan , MN
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek J Nelson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek J Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek J Nelson has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nerve Damage
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mayo Clinic And Medical School

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Dr. Derek Nelson is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE.
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