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14 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Nichter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Edmund Nichter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nichter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichter’s office at (626) 858-8515.
Is Dr. Nichter board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Edmund Nichter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nichter speak?
Dr. Nichter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nichter treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nichter 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. Nichter. 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.
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Nichter perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Edmund Nichter may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nichter's office.
Does Dr. Nichter accept my insurance?
Dr. Nichter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 858-8515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichter accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Nichter in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Moda Health
Molina
Pacific Life Insurance Company
PacificSource
Peace Health
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Where is Dr. Nichter's office located?
Dr. Edmund Nichter's Primary Practice
172 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, OR 97232
(626) 858-8515
What is Dr. Nichter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nichter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184897910.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nichter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nichter
What is Dr. Edmund Nichter's specialty?
Dr. Nichter is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Portland, OR. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Nichter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edmund Nichter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nichter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Legacy Emanuel Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Edmund Nichter accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Edmund Nichter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edmund Nichter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichter's office at (626) 858-8515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edmund Nichter?
Please contact Dr. Nichter's office at (626) 858-8515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edmund Nichter have?
Dr. Edmund Nichter is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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