Overview
Mark Nelson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington.
Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Vein Occlusion.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
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- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- INDEMNITY
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- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2245 S 19th St # 200, Tacoma, WA 98405
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mark L. Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mark L. Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mark L. Nelson by calling their office at 253-572-1444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mark L. Nelson a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mark L. Nelson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Mark L. Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. Mark L. Nelson is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Mark L. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mark L. Nelson has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Mark L. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mark L. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Mark L. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-572-1444 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- EndophthalmitisDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- GlaucomaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- NearsightednessDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- UveitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).