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Dr. Keith Nichols, MD

Anesthesiologist

Walsenburg, CO

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nichols, Anesthesiologist in Walsenburg, CO?

    Dr. Keith Nichols, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Walsenburg, CO. He is board certified. Dr. Nichols completed his residency at Maine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Us Air Force Reg Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichols’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (231) 252-1228.

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

    • Residency: Maine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Us Air Force Reg Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nichols board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Nichols, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nichols typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Other Age-Related Cataract
    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Other Senile Cataract
    • Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2589: Other age-related cataract
    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nichols typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Keith Nichols may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nichols' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nichols accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 252-1228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Walsenburg, CO?

    Dr. Nichols in Walsenburg, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?

    Dr. Keith Nichols' Primary Practice

    23500 US Highway 160

    Walsenburg, CO 81089

    (231) 252-1228

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nichols affiliated with?

    Dr. Nichols has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center,Walsenburg, CO

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

    Dr. Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578669453.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nichols?

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

    What is Dr. Keith Nichols's specialty?

    Dr. Nichols is an Anesthesiologist near Walsenburg, CO.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Keith Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nichols is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Spanish Peaks Regional Health 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 Dr. Keith Nichols accepting new patients in Walsenburg, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Keith Nichols offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nichols' office at (231) 252-1228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Keith Nichols?

    Please contact Dr. Nichols' office at (231) 252-1228 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?

    Dr. Nichols' office is located in Walsenburg, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Keith Nichols have?

    Dr. Keith Nichols is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.