Alex L Nielson, MD

Internal Medicine

Alex L Nielson is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Longview, WA with over 8 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(360) 423-0390Longview, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Alex L Nielson, MD has practiced internal medicine for 8+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 2018 and has 8+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 35% of reporting doctors in Washington
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 581 Internal Medicine providers in WASee all Internal Medicine in Longview8+ years experienceNPI since 2018

Older · 1157dNPPES updated 2023-03-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

Kirkpatrick Family Care 1706 Washington Way, Longview, WA 98632-2495

Fax: (360) 577-3865
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-2%)47%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+16%)38%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-1%)33%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

COPD
Higher than avg (+4%)24%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-7%)23%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2018

    Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Mar 23, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 8 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (Class of 2018)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

100 E 33rd St Ste 100, Vancouver, WA 98663-2776

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Alex L Nielson

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Alex L Nielson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Longview required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alex L Nielson

Dr. Nielson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Longview, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 423-0390.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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