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Dr. Nicholas Twidale, MD, PhD

Elk City, OK

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Twidale, Cardiologist in Elk City, OK?

    Dr. Nicholas Twidale, MD, PhD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Elk City, OK. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Twidale graduated from Flinders University of South Australia School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp & Clinics, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Twidale is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Twidale’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Twidale’s office at (580) 225-6220.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp & Clinics, Cardiovascular Diseases | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: The Flinders Univ Of So Australia- Sch Of Med- Bedford Park- Sa | Flinders University of South Australia School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Twidale speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Twidale treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Twidale 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. Twidale. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
    • Atherosclerosis in grafts
    • Silent coronary artery disease in grafts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Aortic Valve Disorder
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Aortic Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irreversible AFib
    • Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
    • Long-term AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Twidale perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Twidale may include:

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

    Does Dr. Twidale accept my insurance?

    Dr. Twidale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (580) 225-6220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Twidale accept in Elk City, OK?

    Dr. Twidale in Elk City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Twidale's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Twidale's Primary Practice

    1701 W Avenue A

    Elk City, OK 73644

    (580) 225-6220

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

    Dr. Twidale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104886209.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Twidale?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Twidale's specialty?

    Dr. Twidale is a Cardiologist near Elk City, OK. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Twidale to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Twidale is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Great Plains Regional Medical Center, Oklahoma City Va Medical Center, Fairview Regional Medical Center. 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

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    Is Nicholas Twidale accepting new patients in Elk City, OK?

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

    Does Dr. Nicholas Twidale offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Twidale's office at (580) 225-6220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Twidale?

    Please contact Dr. Twidale's office at (580) 225-6220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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