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2 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Scott Nelson is a pulmonologist who specializes in critical care medicine and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health and has been practicing for 47 years. Dr. Nelson speaks English.
Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Kings Daughters Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. He focuses on treating chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases with additional health complications. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to assess lung capacity and breathing. He also conducts sleep studies to evaluate sleep-related breathing disorders. Patients rate Dr. Nelson 4.5 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Kings Daughters Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. He focuses on treating chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases with additional health complications. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to assess lung capacity and breathing. He also conducts sleep studies to evaluate sleep-related breathing disorders. Patients rate Dr. Nelson 4.5 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- 47 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
- 3 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Pulmonology | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 47 Years of Experience | 33 Years of Experience | 45 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 | Speaks English |
| Portsmouth , OH | Ashland , KY | Portsmouth , OH | Tallahassee , FL |
| Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College | |
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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 Ohio and Kentucky.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky 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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- Dr. Scott Nelson's office is located at 2001 Scioto Trl, Portsmouth, OH, 45662.
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