Catherine A Nelson, DO
Catherine a Nelson, DO specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Decorah, IA in group practice. With 12+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Decorah area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 17% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Uses generic medications more than 58% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.15%
Iowa avg: 2.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
3.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.1%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IowaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
540
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
377
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,824
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $389k
Percentile rankings compared against 75 reporting peers in Iowa.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
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.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
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.
12 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Mailing address
1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Catherine a Nelson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Catherine a Nelson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Decorah required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Catherine a Nelson
NPI records show Dr. Nelson as active with telehealth listed in Decorah, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (563) 382-3140.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Catherine a Nelson
Practice Location
1830 State Highway 9, Decorah, IA 52101-7301
Mailing Address
1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429
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