Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Eric C. Nelson

General Surgery
Univ. Surgical Associates LLC
979 E 3rd St, 
Chattanooga,, TN 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
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Expertise in
4
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Univ. Surgical Associates LLC
979 E 3rd St, 
Chattanooga,, TN 

Overview

Eric Nelson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chattanooga,, Tennessee.

Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in TN

Hospital Affiliations

Memorial Healthcare System, Inc
Erlanger 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Farm Bureau Health Plans
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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
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Locations

Univ. Surgical Associates LLC
979 E 3rd St, Chattanooga,, TN 37403
Other Locations
Sweet Dreams Anesthesia Inc
2108 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

9 Total Publications

Pilonidal Disease of the Scrotum.
Pilonidal Disease of the Scrotum.
Journal: The American surgeon
Published: April 29, 2023
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Chattanooga, TN 
 (0.3 miles away)
423-267-0466
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric C. Nelson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric C. Nelson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric C. Nelson by calling their office at 423-267-0466. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Eric C. Nelson a top-rated expert for Rectal Prolapse?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric C. Nelson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Rectal Prolapse, 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 Dr. Eric C. Nelson specialize in?

While Dr. Eric C. Nelson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Hemorrhoids. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Eric C. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Eric C. Nelson has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rectal Prolapse. You can view a list of Dr. Eric C. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Eric C. Nelson accept my insurance?

Dr. Eric C. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-267-0466 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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