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Dr. Stephen Nicholas, MD

Bradenton, FL

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nicholas, Internist in Bradenton, FL?

    Dr. Stephen Nicholas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bradenton, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nicholas completed his residency at St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Gastroenterology; St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nicholas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholas’s office at (941) 357-7950.

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

    • Residency: St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Gastroenterology; St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Nicholas board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Nicholas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nicholas speak?

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

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    What conditions does Dr. Nicholas treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Nicholas 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. Nicholas. 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:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage from Other Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Secondary Polyneuropathy
    • Systemic Disease Neuropathy
    • Nerve Damage from Underlying Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G63: Polyneuropathy in diseases classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Vascular purpura
    • Purpura without low platelets
    • Skin bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
    • HFpEF
    • Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Paralysis
    • Silver syndrome
    • Spastic paraplegia type 11
    • Spastic paraplegia type 15
    • Spastic paraplegia type 2
    • Spastic paraplegia type 31
    • Spastic paraplegia type 3A
    • Spastic paraplegia type 4
    • Spastic paraplegia type 5A
    • Spastic paraplegia type 7
    • Spastic paraplegia type 8
    • Troyer syndrome
    • HSP
    • Familial Spastic Paraparesis
    • Strümpell-Lorrain Syndrome
    • Spastic Gait Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G114: Hereditary spastic paraplegia

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Nicholas perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Stephen Nicholas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nicholas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nicholas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 357-7950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholas accept in Bradenton, FL?

    Dr. Nicholas in Bradenton, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Freedom Health

    • Humana

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nicholas' office located?

    Dr. Stephen Nicholas' Primary Practice

    1505 53rd Ave E

    Bradenton, FL 34203

    (941) 357-7950

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    Dr. Stephen Nicholas' Practice 2

    1499 E Venice Ave

    Venice, FL 34292

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

    Dr. Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780643742.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicholas?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Nicholas's specialty?

    Dr. Nicholas is a Internist near Bradenton, FL.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Nicholas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Nicholas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nicholas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Stephen Nicholas accepting new patients in Bradenton, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Nicholas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Nicholas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholas's office at (941) 357-7950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Nicholas?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholas's office at (941) 357-7950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Nicholas have?

    Dr. Stephen Nicholas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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