NH
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Handy, Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Nicketti Handy, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Handy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Handy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handy’s office at (310) 449-5291.
What languages does Dr. Handy speak?
Dr. Handy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Handy treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Handy 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. Handy. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Which procedures does Dr. Handy perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicketti Handy may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Handy's office.
Does Dr. Handy accept my insurance?
Dr. Handy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 449-5291 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Handy accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Handy in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Handy's office located?
Dr. Nicketti Handy's Primary Practice
2121 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 449-5291
Dr. Nicketti Handy's Practice 2
181 S Buena Vista St Fl 3
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 847-3781
What is Dr. Handy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Handy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194257816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Handy
What is Dr. Nicketti Handy's specialty?
Dr. Handy is a Surgeon near Santa Monica, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Handy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicketti Handy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Handy is affiliated with Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center 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 Surgeon?
Explore Surgeon 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 Nicketti Handy accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicketti Handy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicketti Handy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Handy's office at (310) 449-5291 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicketti Handy?
Please contact Dr. Handy's office at (310) 449-5291 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Surgeon Near Santa Monica, CA
JM
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Janelle-Cheri Millen is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Santa Monica, CA
LF
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Laura Fluke, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Santa Monica, CA
JS
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Jillian Scott, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Santa Monica, CA