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Dr. Katherine Nicholson, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nicholson, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Katherine Nicholson, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Nicholson graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University. Dr. Nicholson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholson’s office at (678) 344-1960.

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

    • Medical School: Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Nicholson board certified in Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Nicholson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Nicholson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nicholson treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Nicholson 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. Nicholson. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    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:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Nicholson perform as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Katherine Nicholson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nicholson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nicholson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 344-1960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholson accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Nicholson in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nicholson's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Nicholson's Primary Practice

    1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (678) 344-1960

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

    Dr. Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437316114.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicholson?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Nicholson's specialty?

    Dr. Nicholson is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Atlanta, GA. Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting. Contact Dr. Nicholson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Katherine Nicholson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholson is affiliated with Arthur M. Blank Hospital, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

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    Is Katherine Nicholson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Nicholson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Nicholson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (678) 344-1960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katherine Nicholson?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (678) 344-1960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Nicholson have?

    Dr. Katherine Nicholson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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