Summary

Dr. Douglas Nelson treats adenocarcinoma of lung, adjuvant chemotherapy, and bladder cancer, and performs breast cancer screening and CT scans. He practices oncology and has 30 years of experience in the field.

Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine and is affiliated with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Norton Women's and Children's Hospital, Norton Audubon Hospital, Norton Hospital, Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital, and Norton West Louisville Hospital. He sees patients in Louisville, Kentucky. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nelson 3.88 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 30 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Douglas A Nelson has 2 locations

Norton Cancer Institute - St. Matthews

3991 Dutchmans Ln Ste 405Louisville, KY 40207
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Norton Cancer Institute - Downtown

676 S Floyd StLouisville, KY 40202
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: MAULANA AZAD MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad Med School: N K P Salve Institute Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Douglas A Nelson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem Indiana Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Corvel
  • Coventry
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • Wellcare
  • WellCare Medicare

Medical Specialties

Douglas A Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Douglas A Nelson has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Adult T-Cell Leukemia-Lymphoma
  • Cancer
  • Cancerous Tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Metastasis
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Douglas A Nelson holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Douglas A Nelson's NPI number is 1497720049.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Douglas Nelson accepting new patients?
Douglas Nelson is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Douglas Nelson's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Douglas Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Douglas Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Nelson?
You can find contact information for Douglas Nelson here on Vitals.
What languages does Douglas Nelson speak?
Douglas Nelson speaks English.
Where is Douglas Nelson's office located?
Douglas Nelson's office is located at 3991 Dutchmans Ln Ste 405, Louisville, KY, 40207.

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