Summary

Dr. Douglas Nelson has practiced family medicine and internal medicine for 34 years and is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center. He treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease, and chronic kidney disease stage 5.

Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine and completed his residency at Maricopa Medical Center. He sees patients in Phoenix, Arizona, and speaks Arabic, English, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nelson 3.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 34 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
  • Maricopa Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas Paul Nelson has 3 locations

Valleywise Community Health Center South Central Phoenix

33 W Tamarisk StPhoenix, AZ 85041
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

Valleywise Health Medical Center

2601 E Roosevelt StPhoenix, AZ 85008

District Medical Group

2929 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85016

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34 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Phoenix , AZPhoenix , AZPhoenix , AZSurprise , AZ
Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine Med School: University of Ceylon Colombo Medical School Med School: University Of Vermont College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Paul Nelson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Cigna
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - HMO
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas Paul Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas Paul Nelson has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Maricopa Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Arizona College Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1265475958.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Douglas Nelson accepting new patients?
Dr. Douglas Nelson is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Douglas Nelson's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Douglas Nelson speak?
Dr. Douglas Nelson speaks Arabic, English, and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Douglas Nelson's office located?
Dr. Douglas Nelson's office is located at 33 W Tamarisk St, Phoenix, AZ, 85041.
Does Dr. Douglas Nelson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Douglas Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Douglas Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Douglas Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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