Chris R. Nelson
Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
Sanford USD Medical Center
1305 W. 18th St., 
Sioux Falls, SD 

Overview

Nurse practitioner Chris Nelson provides holistic care for orthopedic injuries and conditions. He supports patients with health education and counseling for long-term care and realistic goal setting and expectations for recovery. Chris coordinated the orthopedic walk-in clinic and helped provide the basis for its creation. Speaks: English.

Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis.

Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners: Family. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Nurse Practitioner in SD

Board Certifications

American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners: Family

Hospital Affiliations

Sanford Usd Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avera Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sanford
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Sanford USD Medical Center
1305 W. 18th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Other Locations
Sanford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Sioux Falls
1210 W. 18th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57104
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Is Chris R. Nelson, NP a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Chris R. Nelson, NP is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Chris R. Nelson, NP specialize in?

While Chris R. Nelson, NP is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Chris R. Nelson, NP accept my insurance?

Chris R. Nelson, NP accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-333-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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