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Dr. Kathleen Nilles, MD

Dr. Kathleen Nilles, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nilles, Transplant Hepatologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Kathleen Nilles, MD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nilles graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Nilles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nilles’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nilles’s office at (202) 444-3700.

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

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nilles speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nilles treat?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Nilles 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. Nilles. 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:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Cryptogenic cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
    • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
    • K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Portal hypertension
    • Liver Disease
    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis
    • High blood pressure in the portal vein
    • Liver portal pressure
    • Elevated portal venous pressure
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites
    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
    • K766: Portal hypertension
    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified
    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NASH
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
    • Fatty liver inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Autoimmune hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Hepatitis
    • AIH
    • Autoimmune liver disease
    • Chronic autoimmune hepatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K754: Autoimmune hepatitis

    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:

    • Esophageal Varices
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Varices of the Esophagus
    • Enlarged Esophageal Veins
    • Dilated Esophageal Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8500: Esophageal varices without bleeding

    Which procedures does Dr. Nilles perform as a Transplant Hepatologist?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kathleen Nilles may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nilles' office.

    Does Dr. Nilles accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nilles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nilles accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Nilles in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nilles' office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Nilles' Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (202) 444-3700

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    Dr. Kathleen Nilles' Practice 2

    106 Irving St NW Ste 215

    Washington, DC 20010

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    Dr. Kathleen Nilles' Practice 3

    12111 Darnestown Rd

    Gaithersburg, MD 20878

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

    Dr. Nilles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396903928.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nilles?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Nilles's specialty?

    Dr. Nilles is a Transplant Hepatologist near Washington, DC. An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes. Contact Dr. Nilles to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathleen Nilles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nilles is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital 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 Transplant Hepatologist?

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    Is Kathleen Nilles accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Nilles is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Nilles offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nilles's office at (202) 444-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Nilles?

    Please contact Dr. Nilles's office at (202) 444-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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