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Summary
Dr. Nelson graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry in 1975. He works in Indianola, IA and specializes in Optometry.
Quick Facts
- 51 years of experience
- 7 insurance plans accepted
- Illinois College Of Optometry
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Loren Nelson has 2 locationsWalmart Vision Center 1491
1500 N Jefferson WayIndianola, IA 50125Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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| Dr. Richard Loren Nelson, OD | Dr. Samantha Jane Thompson | Dr. Linda Ly Vang | Dr. Kelley Schwarte Baumhover, MD |
| Optometry | Optometry | Optometry | Optometry |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 51 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Indianola , IA | Des Moines , IA | ALTOONA , IA | West Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: Illinois College Of Optometry | Med School: Southern College of Optometry, Memphis, TN (O.D.) | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Loren Nelson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Loren Nelson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Loren Nelson has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Loren Nelson holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Doctor Of Optometry with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Illinois College Of Optometry in 1975.
NPI Number
Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1437137429.
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- Where is Dr. Richard Nelson's office located?
- Dr. Richard Nelson's office is located at 1500 N Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA, 50125.
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