Joel NelsonDO
Ophthalmology, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist
2027 Medicare Advantage
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Listed on 7 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027
Carrier directories and Medicare.gov provider data list Joel on these plans. Review each plan's covered offices before enrolling. One directory didn't answer this time; we'll try it again.
The 11 Medicare Advantage plans we show for Stearns County, MN in 2027
- 7 list Joel
- 4 not checked yet

Medica
4 plans list Joel.
Medica Advantage Salute (PPO)
Source: Medicare.gov provider data.
Listed offices for this plan:
- 2055 15th St N, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303
This result applies to these offices. Other locations are not confirmed.
$0a monthMedica Advantage Essential (PPO)
Source: Medicare.gov provider data.
Listed offices for this plan:
- 2055 15th St N, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303
This result applies to these offices. Other locations are not confirmed.
$20a monthMedica Advantage Select (PPO)
Source: Medicare.gov provider data.
Listed offices for this plan:
- 2055 15th St N, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303
This result applies to these offices. Other locations are not confirmed.
$122a monthMedica DUAL Solution (HMO D-SNP)
Source: Medicare.gov provider data.
Listed offices for this plan:
- 2055 15th St N, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303
This result applies to these offices. Other locations are not confirmed.
$24.60a month

HealthPartners
3 plans list Joel.
HealthPartners Journey Smart (PPO)
Source: Medicare.gov provider data.
Listed offices for this plan:
- 2055 15th St N, Ste D, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303
- 301 Highway 65 S, Mora, MN, 55051
- 1425 Main St N, Pine City, MN, 55063
- 620 Sandy Ln, Hinckley, MN, 55037
This result applies to these offices. Other locations are not confirmed.
$0a monthHealthPartners Journey Pace (PPO)
Source: Medicare.gov provider data.
Listed offices for this plan:
- 2055 15th St N, Ste D, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303
- 301 Highway 65 S, Mora, MN, 55051
- 1425 Main St N, Pine City, MN, 55063
- 620 Sandy Ln, Hinckley, MN, 55037
This result applies to these offices. Other locations are not confirmed.
$40a monthHealthPartners Minnesota Senior Health Options (HMO D-SNP)
Source: Medicare.gov provider data.
Listed offices for this plan:
- 2055 15th St N, Ste D, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303
This result applies to these offices. Other locations are not confirmed.
$24.60a month

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
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Blue Plus
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Original Medicare
Original Medicare status
Most Medicare Supplement (Medigap) policies have no provider network: they help pay Original Medicare's cost sharing where Medicare is accepted. Medicare SELECT policies can require network providers for full benefits. Ask the office whether they accept Medicare.
Medicare enrollment and assignment have not been verified here. Advantage directory results do not answer this question.
No opt-out record in this CMS file. CMS's file covers data through 2026-08-31. This does not establish Medicare enrollment, assignment, or whether the office accepts new Medicare patients.
CMS opt-out source · Data through 2026-08-31 · Reviewed Oct 22, 2026
Where they practice
Practice location
- NPI issued
- 2013
- Registry record updated
- Oct 15, 2018
Medicare's clinician details aren't available on this page yet.
Questions
Common questions
Which 2027 Medicare Advantage plans list Joel Nelson?
In Stearns County, MN, 7 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027 list Joel in provider data from Medicare.gov or the carrier, including Medica Advantage Salute (PPO), Medica Advantage Essential (PPO) and Medica Advantage Select (PPO). CMS matches apply to the covered offices shown with each plan; other offices are not confirmed. Networks can change during the year, so confirm with the office or the plan before you enroll.
Does Joel Nelson take Medica Medicare Advantage plans?
Medicare.gov provider data lists Joel on 4 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027 in Stearns County, MN, including Medica Advantage Salute (PPO) and Medica Advantage Essential (PPO). CMS matches apply to the covered offices shown with each plan; other offices are not confirmed. Confirm with the office or Medica before you enroll.
Does Joel Nelson take HealthPartners Medicare Advantage plans?
Medicare.gov provider data lists Joel on 3 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027 in Stearns County, MN, including HealthPartners Journey Smart (PPO) and HealthPartners Journey Pace (PPO). CMS matches apply to the covered offices shown with each plan; other offices are not confirmed. Confirm with the office or HealthPartners before you enroll.
Where does Joel Nelson practice?
2055 15th St N, Saint Cloud, MN 56303.
How do I confirm Joel is in my plan's network?
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