4.5
2 Ratings
Summary
With 47 years in pulmonology and critical care medicine, Dr. Scott Nelson treats chronic lung disease, COPD, and COPD with comorbidities, and performs pulmonary function testing, bronchodilator reversibility testing, and sleep studies. He also practices internal medicine.
Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health and is affiliated with UK Kings Daughters Medical Center, Kings Daughters Medical Center Ohio, and Kings Daughters Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nelson 4.5 out of 5.
Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health and is affiliated with UK Kings Daughters Medical Center, Kings Daughters Medical Center Ohio, and Kings Daughters Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nelson 4.5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 47 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
- 3 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Scott Richard Nelson, MD | Dr. Ibrahim Tora | Dr. Jay Allen Shepherd, MD | Dr. Charles Chu-Li Wong, MD |
| Pulmonology | Critical Care Medicine | Anesthesiology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 47 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Portsmouth , OH | Portsmouth , OH | Huntington , WV | Portsmouth , OH |
| Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Med School: Joan C Edwards School Of Medicine At Marshall University | Med School: Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Scott Richard Nelson
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Scott Richard Nelson has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Scott Richard Nelson has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
47 Years Experience
Dr. Scott Richard Nelson holds an expired medical license in the states of Kentucky and Ohio.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health in 1979.
NPI Number
Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1760589279.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. Scott Nelson accepting new patients?
- Dr. Scott Nelson has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Scott Nelson accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Scott Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Scott Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Scott Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Nelson affiliated with?
- Dr. Scott Nelson is affiliated with Uk Kings Daughters Medical Center, Kings Daughters Medical Center Ohio, and Kings Daughters Medical Center.
- Where is Dr. Scott Nelson's office located?
- Dr. Scott Nelson's office is located at 2001 Scioto Trl, Portsmouth, OH, 45662.
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