Summary

Dr. Kenneth Nelson is a family medicine physician who completed his medical education at Chicago Medical School. He pursued his residency training at LaGrange Memorial Hospital and completed a fellowship at the University of Chicago. Dr. Nelson is board-certified in family medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Nelson practices at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care in Westchester, Illinois, and maintains hospital affiliations with UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange. He focuses on managing conditions such as high cholesterol, including specialized care for children and teens with elevated cholesterol levels, and hypertension. His practice includes comprehensive services like depression screening and strength training programs. Patients rate Dr. Nelson 4.5 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Chicago
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Westchester

2434 Wolf RdWestchester, IL 60154
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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4.5 
8 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Polish
Westchester , ILHomewood , ILBolingbrook , ILArlington Heights , IL
Med School: Chicago Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kenneth S Nelson

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Amita Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Devoted Health
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Priority Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Kenneth S Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Kenneth S Nelson has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Allergy
  • Check-up
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Contraception
  • Diabetes
  • Family Planning
  • Fatigue
  • Fibromyalgia
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

Kenneth S Nelson holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Chicago.

Residency

Completed their residency at LaGrange Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School.

NPI Number

Kenneth S Nelson's NPI number is 1700838745.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Kenneth Nelson speak?
Kenneth Nelson speaks English.
Which hospitals is Kenneth Nelson affiliated with?
Kenneth Nelson is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange.
Does Kenneth Nelson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kenneth Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Kenneth Nelson accepting new patients?
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Does Kenneth Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kenneth 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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