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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nichols, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Louise Nichols, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nichols graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English, 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.
Where did Dr. Nichols go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nichols typically treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, 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:
- Right Clubfoot
- Birth Defects
- Right Talipes Equinovarus
- Congenital Right Clubfoot
- Twisted Right Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6601: Congenital talipes equinovarus, right foot
Also known as:
- Arthrogryposis
- Foot Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Sheldon-Hall syndrome
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Multiple joint contractures at birth
- Congenital joint stiffness
- Congenital Foot Deformities
- Foot Malformations at Birth
- Deformed Feet at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q743: Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita
- Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet
Also known as:
- Left Clubfoot
- Birth Defects
- Left talipes equinovarus
- Congenital left clubfoot
- Left foot turned inward at birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6602: Congenital talipes equinovarus, left foot
Also known as:
- Other Musculoskeletal Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Bone Deformity
- Congenital Muscle Deformity
- Birth Defect of Bones or Muscles
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q688: Other specified congenital musculoskeletal deformities
What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nichols typically perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, 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:
- Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
- Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
- Clubfoot Correction with Cast
- Serial Casting for Clubfoot
CPT Codes:
- 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Plantar Fascia and Muscle Release
- Plantar fasciotomy
- Steindler stripping
- Foot arch release
- Plantar fascia surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28250: Division of plantar fascia and muscle (eg, Steindler stripping) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Release (Percutaneous)
- Anesthesia
- Percutaneous Achilles tenotomy
- Achilles tendon lengthening (minimally invasive)
- Heel cord release
CPT Codes:
- 27606: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Does Dr. Nichols accept my insurance?
Dr. Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Nichols in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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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 1548432966.
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. Louise Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilmington, DE.
What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.
Is this Dr. Louise Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nichols is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional 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 Louise Nichols accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Louise Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louise Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louise Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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