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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicolais, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Laura Nicolais, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nicolais is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicolais’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicolais’s office at (315) 492-5036.
What languages does Dr. Nicolais speak?
Dr. Nicolais and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Nicolais typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Nicolais 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. Nicolais. 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:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
- Blocked Intestine
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
- K56699: Other intestinal obstruction unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Colostomy
- Ostomy
- Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
- Colon stoma
- Bowel diversion surgery
- Large intestine ostomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z933: Colostomy status
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Nicolais typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Nicolais 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. Nicolais. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Nicolais accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicolais accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 492-5036 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicolais accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Nicolais in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nicolais' office located?
Dr. Laura Nicolais' Primary Practice
4900 Broad Rd Ste 2B
Syracuse, NY 13215
(315) 492-5036
What is Dr. Nicolais's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicolais's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801391727.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicolais?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicolais
What is Dr. Laura Nicolais's specialty?
Dr. Nicolais is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Syracuse, NY.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.
Is this Dr. Laura Nicolais affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicolais is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital 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
When to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Nicolais accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Laura Nicolais is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Nicolais offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nicolais's office at (315) 492-5036 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Nicolais?
Please contact Dr. Nicolais's office at (315) 492-5036 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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