Summary

Dr. Nelson graduated from the Louisiana State University School of Medicine In Shreveport in 1989. He works in Shreveport, LA and 2 other locations and specializes in Anesthesiology and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Specialists Hospital Shreveport.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Presbyterian Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ross B Nelson has 3 locations

Pain Care Consultants

1534 Elizabeth Ave Ste 201Shreveport, LA 71101
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

Specialists Hospital Shreveport

1500 Line Ave Ste 206Shreveport, LA 71101

Christus Highland Medical Center

1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial LoopShreveport, LA 71105

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AnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients
3.6 
37 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Shreveport , LAShreveport , LAShreveport , LAShreveport , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ross B Nelson

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ross B Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ross B Nelson has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Acute Pain
  • Cancer Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Ross B Nelson holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1275526592.

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Dr. Ross Nelson is affiliated with Specialists Hospital Shreveport.
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