Julie M. Nelson
Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions

Overview

Julie Nelson, DO, is a physician specializing in Family Medicine. Her expertise includes preventive medicine, wellness checks, vaccinations, and lifestyle modifications, addressing healthy eating, weight loss, and tobacco cessation. She manages chronic conditions such as arthritis, asthma, cardiovascular disease, cholesterol disorders, diabetes mellitus, headaches, hypertension, hypothyroidism, osteoporosis, and mental health concerns. She earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed her internship in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and her residency in Family Practice at Washington Hospital. She is board-certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Valves Agenesis, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Family Medicine
Cardiology
Endocrinology

Licenses

Family Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System
Forbes Hospital
Allegheny General Hospital
Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital
West Penn Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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
Health Net

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Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Lifewise

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Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medical Card System
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
PacificSource
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
SelectHealth
  • HMO
  • POS
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Trustmark
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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

AHN Primary Care - Premier - Route 130
4044 Route 130, Irwin, PA 15642

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.


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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Julie M. Nelson is classified as an Advanced expert for Pulmonary Valves Agenesis, 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. Julie M. Nelson specialize in?

While Dr. Julie M. Nelson is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Pulmonary Valves Agenesis, High Cholesterol, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.

Does Dr. Julie M. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Julie M. Nelson has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pulmonary Valves Agenesis. You can view a list of Dr. Julie M. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Julie M. Nelson accept my insurance?

Dr. Julie M. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 724-744-2500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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