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Dr. Heidi Nicola, MD

Hinsdale, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nicola, Hospitalist in Hinsdale, IL?

    Dr. Heidi Nicola, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Hinsdale, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nicola is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicola’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicola’s office.

    Where did Dr. Nicola go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Nicola board certified in Hospitalist?

      Yes, Dr. Heidi Nicola, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Nicola speak?

      Dr. Nicola and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

      • Arabic

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Nicola treat?

      As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nicola 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. Nicola. 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:

      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertension
      • Primary Hypertension
      • Essential Hypertension

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Sepsis
      • Blood Poisoning
      • Septicemia
      • Systemic Bacterial Infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

      Also known as:

      • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
      • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
      • Osteoarthritis
      • Degenerative joint disease
      • Wear-and-tear arthritis
      • Arthrosis
      • Joint degeneration
      • Right Knee Arthritis
      • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
      • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

      Also known as:

      • Atrial Fibrillation
      • Afib
      • A-fib
      • Irregular heart rhythm

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

      Also known as:

      • Chest Pain
      • Chest discomfort
      • Thoracic pain
      • Upper body pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Anemia
      • Low Red Blood Cell Count
      • Low Hemoglobin
      • Iron deficiency

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D649: Anemia, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Respiratory Failure
      • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
      • Hypoxic respiratory failure
      • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

      Also known as:

      • Fainting
      • Syncope
      • Passing out
      • Collapse

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R55: Syncope and collapse

      Also known as:

      • Type 2 Diabetes
      • Diabetes Type 2
      • Type 2 diabetes
      • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
      • Adult-Onset Diabetes
      • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

      Also known as:

      • High Cholesterol
      • Cholesterol
      • Triglycerides
      • Hyperlipidemia
      • High lipids
      • Dyslipidemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Urinary Tract Infection
      • UTI
      • Bladder infection
      • Kidney infection
      • Urine infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

      Also known as:

      • Muscle Weakness
      • Muscle Disorder
      • Loss of strength
      • Fatigue
      • Muscle fatigue

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R531: Weakness

      Also known as:

      • Pneumonia
      • Lung Infection
      • Chest Infection
      • Pneumonitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

      Also known as:

      • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
      • Heart Attack
      • Myocardial Infarction
      • Non-STEMI
      • Less Severe Heart Attack

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

      Also known as:

      • Heart Failure
      • Congestive Heart Failure
      • CHF
      • Cardiac Insufficiency

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Abdominal Pain
      • Stomach Ache
      • Belly Pain
      • Stomach Pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

      Also known as:

      • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
      • Atherosclerosis
      • Coronary Artery Disease
      • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
      • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

      Also known as:

      • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
      • Brain Disease
      • Brain disorder
      • Brain dysfunction
      • Encephalopathy

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Back Pain
      • Backache
      • Dorsalgia
      • Spinal Pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

      Which procedures does Dr. Nicola perform as a Hospitalist?

      As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heidi Nicola may include:

      For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nicola's office.

      Does Dr. Nicola accept my insurance?

      Dr. Nicola 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. Nicola accept in Hinsdale, IL?

      Dr. Nicola in Hinsdale, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Express Scripts

      • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

      • Humana

      • Medicare

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      Where is Dr. Nicola's office located?

      Dr. Heidi Nicola's Primary Practice

      120 N Oak St

      Hinsdale, IL 60521

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      Dr. Heidi Nicola's Practice 2

      17800 Kedzie Ave

      Hazel Crest, IL 60429

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      Dr. Heidi Nicola's Practice 3

      214 McHenry Rd

      Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

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      What is Dr. Nicola's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

      Dr. Nicola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417122763.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicola?

      Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicola

      What is Dr. Heidi Nicola's specialty?

      Dr. Nicola is a Hospitalist near Hinsdale, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Nicola to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Heidi Nicola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Nicola is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

      Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

      Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

      Is Heidi Nicola accepting new patients in Hinsdale, IL?

      Yes, Dr. Heidi Nicola is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Heidi Nicola offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Nicola's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Heidi Nicola?

      Please contact Dr. Nicola's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Heidi Nicola have?

      Dr. Heidi Nicola is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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