- Dr. Scott K Nelson, MD
Dr. Scott K Nelson, MD
Overview
Dr. Scott K Nelson, MD works in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is a specialist in Ophthalmology and graduated Eye Fdn Hospital in 1990. Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Baton Rouge General Medical Center - Mid City, Lane Regional Medical Center, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Saint Elizabeth Hospital and practicing for 37 years
Specialties
- Ophthalmology
Conditions
• Astigmatism• Beta Thalassemia Intermedia
• Blepharitis
• Chorioretinal Scars
• Conjunctival Hemorrhage
• Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
• Diverticulitis
• Dystonia 15, Myoclonic
• Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita
• Extra-Articular Fracture
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• Feeding Assessment
• Gestational Trophoblastic Tumor
• Glaucoma 1, Open Angle, J
• Hepatitis A
• Hodgkin's Disease
• Inner Ear Repair
• Kidney Cryosurgery
• Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
• Neuropathy, Distal Hereditary Motor, Jerash Type
• Obstetric Procedures
• Optic Pathway Glioma
• Radiation Proctitis
• Radical Hysterectomies for Cervical Cancer
• Rectovaginal Repair
• Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
• Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
• Salpingo-Oophorectomy With Robotic Assistance
• Small Cell Lung Cancer
• Torsion Dystonia
• White Coat Hypertension
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Procedures
• Cataract Removal Surgery• Drainage of Conjunctival Cyst
• Excision of Chalazion
• Eyelid Surgery
• Glaucoma Surgery
• Pterygium Excision
Board Certifications
- Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
Years Since Graduation
- 37
State License
- Louisiana
Education & Training
Residency Hospital
Birmingham, AL, USA
Year completed: 1990
Medical School
Shreveport, LA, United States
Graduated: 1986
Internship Hospital
Year completed: 1987
Awards
Dr. Nelson Reviews
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I got an appointment when I needed one.
They kept things moving and on time during my visit.
I received a correct diagnosis and up-to-date treatment.
I was given specific advice on lifestyle changes I can make to improve my health.
The provider really listened, gave me the time I needed, and put me at ease.
We discussed treatment options and choices I have.
The provider addressed traditional and alternative medicine treatment options in an open-minded way.
Office Locations
Primary location
Other Office Locations
Accepting New Patients
- Yes
Map & Directions
Eye Care and Surgery Center, 10423 Old Hammond Highway, Baton Rouge, Louisiana (LA), 70816
Insurances Accepted (check insurance plans)
- Aetna
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice Plus POS
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
- Humana
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Open Access Plus
- Options PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
- UnitedHealthCare
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Affiliated Hospitals
Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet
Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet is a hospital located in Baton Rouge, LA. This hospital reports jointly with Baton Rouge General Medical Center - Mid City. Therefore the ratings and awards apply to multiple hospitals and this specific hospital may not provide all rated services. Procedures/Diagnosi...
Baton Rouge General Medical Center - Mid City
This city's first hospital, Baton Rouge General has been providing for the healthcare needs of our community for more than 100 years. Our legacy is one of compassion and caring, innovation and leadership. Here are just a few of the milestones we've achieved: * Performed the first open heart surgery ...
(225) 387-7000
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center is a non-profit hospital located in Baton Rouge, LA. Procedures/Diagnosis costs are above the state average in 8 of 14 procedures. Length of Stay is shorter than the state average in 2 of 14 procedures.
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