Nelson K. Wong
Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Nelson K. Wong

Family Medicine
4103 S. Water Tower Place, 
Mount Vernon, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
6
conditions
4103 S. Water Tower Place, 
Mount Vernon, IL 

Overview

Dr. Wong is board-certified in family medicine and is a 1999 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine and went on to complete a family practice residency through the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 2002. Prior to his medical education and residency activities, Dr. Wong received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Truman State University (Kirksville, MO).

Dr. Wong is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Dr. Wong is board certified in Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation, American Board Of Family Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Illinois College Of Med (Chi/peor/rock/chm-Urb)

Specialties

Family Medicine

Licenses

Family Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation
American Board Of Family Medicine
Drug Enforcement Administration

Hospital Affiliations

SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon
Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital -Centralia
Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center
Deaconess Illinois Crossroads
Memorial Hospital

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
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
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Dean Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • 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
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medical Mutual
  • HMO
  • PPO
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Pekin Life
  • MEDICARE PDP
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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

SSM Health Medical Group
4103 S. Water Tower Place, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

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.

4 Total Publications

Longer duration of anti-retroviral therapy is associated with decreased risk of human papillomaviruses detection in Kenyan women living with HIV.
Longer duration of anti-retroviral therapy is associated with decreased risk of human papillomaviruses detection in Kenyan women living with HIV.
Journal: International journal of STD & AIDS
Published: July 08, 2021
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Is Dr. Nelson K. Wong a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nelson K. Wong is classified as an Advanced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), 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. Nelson K. Wong specialize in?

While Dr. Nelson K. Wong is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, 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. Nelson K. Wong participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Nelson K. Wong has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Nelson K. Wong's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Nelson K. Wong accept my insurance?

Dr. Nelson K. Wong accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 618-899-3500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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