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Dr. David Nichols, MD
San Angelo, TX
14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nichols, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in San Angelo, TX?
Dr. David Nichols, MD is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Angelo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Nichols graduated from Texas A&M University. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichols’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (325) 659-7290.
Where did Dr. Nichols go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston | Texas A&M University
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nichols typically treat?
As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nichols diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Nichols. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
Also known as:
- Chronic Vein Problems with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Leg Ulcers from Poor Circulation
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87333: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
What procedures does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nichols typically perform?
As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nichols performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nichols. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Full Contact Leg Cast Application
- Total Contact Cast
- Rigid Leg Cast
- Custom Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast
Does Dr. Nichols accept my insurance?
Dr. Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 659-7290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in San Angelo, TX?
Dr. Nichols in San Angelo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?
What is Dr. Nichols's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003951245.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nichols?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nichols
What is Dr. David Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near San Angelo, TX.
What does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist do?
Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability.
Is this Dr. David Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nichols is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center, University Hospital-San Antonio which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is David Nichols accepting new patients in San Angelo, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (325) 659-7290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (325) 659-7290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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