Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Picerno, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Denver, CO?
Dr. Nicolette Picerno, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Denver, CO. She is board certified. Dr. Picerno graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology. Dr. Picerno is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Picerno’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Picerno’s office at (303) 744-1961.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Picerno?
Dr. Nicolette Picerno, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Picerno empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Allergy, Facelift, Facial Plastic Surgery, Nasal & Sinus Disorders, Pediatric & Adult Otolaryngology, Thyroid Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Denver/CO community, Dr. Picerno is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Picerno go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology | Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)
Is Dr. Picerno board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nicolette Picerno, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Picerno speak?
Dr. Picerno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Picerno treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Picerno 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. Picerno. 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:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Ethmoid sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Picerno perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Picerno performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Picerno. 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:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
Also known as:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Sinus Clearance Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
- 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)
Also known as:
- Nasal Endoscopy with Concha Bullosa Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Concha Bullosa Resection
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31240: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with concha bullosa resection
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Picerno accept my insurance?
Dr. Picerno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 744-1961 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Picerno accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Picerno in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Gila River Health Care Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Picerno's office located?
Dr. Nicolette Picerno's Primary Practice
850 E Harvard Ave Ste 505
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 744-1961
What is Dr. Picerno's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Picerno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851493936.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Picerno?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Picerno
What is Dr. Nicolette Picerno's specialty?
Dr. Picerno is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Denver, CO. A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Picerno to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicolette Picerno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Picerno is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge 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 Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
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Is Nicolette Picerno accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Nicolette Picerno is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicolette Picerno offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Picerno's office at (303) 744-1961 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicolette Picerno?
Please contact Dr. Picerno's office at (303) 744-1961 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicolette Picerno have?
Dr. Nicolette Picerno is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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