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Dr. Alex Nickel, MD

Physiatrist

Royal Oak, MI

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nickel, Physiatrist in Royal Oak, MI?

    Dr. Alex Nickel, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Royal Oak, MI. Dr. Nickel is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nickel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nickel’s office at (248) 898-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Nickel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Nickel typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Nickel 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. Nickel. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Nickel typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Nickel 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. Nickel. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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. Nickel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nickel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 898-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nickel accept in Royal Oak, MI?

    Dr. Nickel in Royal Oak, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nickel's office located?

    Dr. Alex Nickel's Primary Practice

    3601 W 13 Mile Rd

    Royal Oak, MI 48073

    (248) 898-5000

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

    Dr. Nickel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710675996.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nickel?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Nickel's specialty?

    Dr. Nickel is a Physiatrist near Royal Oak, MI.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Alex Nickel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nickel is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alex Nickel accepting new patients in Royal Oak, MI?

    No, Dr. Alex Nickel is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Nickel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nickel's office at (248) 898-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Nickel?

    Please contact Dr. Nickel's office at (248) 898-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nickel's office located?

    Dr. Nickel's office is located in Royal Oak, MI.