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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nickerson, Gastroenterologist in Port Matilda, PA?
Dr. Ashley Nickerson, DO is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Port Matilda, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nickerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nickerson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nickerson’s office at (814) 272-5011.
What languages does Dr. Nickerson speak?
Dr. Nickerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nickerson treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Nickerson 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. Nickerson. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
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:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Nickerson perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ashley Nickerson may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nickerson's office.
Does Dr. Nickerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nickerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 272-5011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nickerson accept in Port Matilda, PA?
Dr. Nickerson in Port Matilda, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Fidelity
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nickerson's office located?
Dr. Ashley Nickerson's Primary Practice
132 Abigail Ln
Port Matilda, PA 16870
(814) 272-5011
What is Dr. Nickerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nickerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821450289.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nickerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nickerson
What is Dr. Ashley Nickerson's specialty?
Dr. Nickerson is a Gastroenterologist near Port Matilda, PA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Nickerson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashley Nickerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nickerson is affiliated with Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center 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
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Is Ashley Nickerson accepting new patients in Port Matilda, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Nickerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Nickerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nickerson's office at (814) 272-5011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Nickerson?
Please contact Dr. Nickerson's office at (814) 272-5011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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