Dr. Mary Nelson, MD
Family Medicine  · Â
Female  · Â
Age 67
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Dr. Mary Nelson, MD is a family medicine specialist in Cedar Rapids, IA and has been practicing for 39 years. She graduated from Roy J Lucille a Carver College Of Medicine At University Of Iowa in 1976 and specializes in family medicine.
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- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- HAP Insurance
- Humana
- Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Dr. Nelson's Experience
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- Based on total number of patients treated over the last 12 months
- Specializes in Family Medicine
- Board certified in Family Practice
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1 Â Specialties
- Family Medicine
1 Â Board Certifications
- Family PracticeAccredited by: American Board of Family Medicine*
250 Â Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Thyroid
- Acidosis
- Actinic Keratosis
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Postoperative Pain
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Alkalosis
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anemia
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
- Autonomic Disorders
- Back Pain
- Bacterial Sepsis
- Bedsores
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bladder Atony
- Bladder Diseases
- Bladder Infection
- Blood Disorders
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Pain
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiolitis
- Bronchitis
- Bronchospasm
- Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Coccygeal Pain
- Cold Sore
- Confusion
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Dermatitis Due to Drugs
- Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dry Eyes
- Dysentery
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Ear Ache
- Ear Disorders
- Earwax Buildup
- Elbow Injuries
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Foot Conditions
- Fungal Infections
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Glaucoma
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Hammer Toe
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Hemorrhoids
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- Hip Pointer Injuries
- Hip Sprain
- Hives
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Impetigo
- Indigestion
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Intertrigo
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Joint Pain
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Infection, Acute
- Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
- Knee Disorders
- Lactose Intolerance
- Larynx Conditions
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Nail and Nail Bed Infection
- Nausea
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Nosebleed
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overactive Bladder
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Pericardial Disease
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pharyngitis
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pneumonia
- Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
- Polyneuropathy
- Postherpetic Neuralgia
- Postnasal Drip
- Pulmonary Disease
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Raynaud's Disease
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Rib Fracture
- Ringworm
- Rosacea
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Sarcoidosis
- Scabies
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Secondary Hypertension
- Sepsis
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Disorders
- Sinusitis
- Skin Infections
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Sore Throat
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stomach Diseases
- Strep Throat
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Disease
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Torticollis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Ulcer
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Vertigo
- Viral Enteritis
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Wheezing
- Yeast Infections
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29 Â Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
- Arrhythmia Screening
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Cholesterol Screening
- Dementia or Depression Screening
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Screening
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
- Hepatitis B Virus Screening
- Hepatitis Screening
- Immunization
- Liver Function Test
- Newborn Metabolic Screening
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Pap Smear
- Paracentesis
- Pregnancy Test
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Pulmonary Function Test
- Rapid Flu Test
- Rh Incompatibility Screening
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Syphilis Screening
- Thyroid Screening
- Wellness Examination
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Education
- Roy J Lucille a Carver College Of Medicine At University Of IowaMedical School | Graduated 1976
- Cedar Rapids Med Ed ProgramResidency Hospital | Completed 1979
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
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Dr. Nelson is simply one of the very best......very knowledgable as well as very caring.
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Dr. Nelson accepts 7 insurance carriers
- AetnaChoice Plus POS II
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- CignaCigna PPOOpen Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- HAP InsuranceHealth Alliance PPO
- HumanaChoice Care PPO
- Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue ShieldAlliance Select
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