Dr. Kael Nahikian, MD

Surgeon, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist

Flagstaff, AZ

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Nahikian, Surgeon in Flagstaff, AZ?

Dr. Kael Nahikian, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Flagstaff, AZ. Dr. Nahikian is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nahikian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nahikian’s office at (928) 226-2900.

What languages does Dr. Nahikian speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Nahikian typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Nahikian 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. Nahikian. 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:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Median Nerve Compression
Wrist Nerve Entrapment
Right Wrist Nerve Compression
Right Hand Numbness
Right CTS
Left Wrist Nerve Compression
Left Hand Numbness
Left CTS

ICD-10 Codes:

G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

Also known as:

Right Hand Pain
Left Hand Pain
Hand Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Pain in right palm
Right wrist and hand pain
Right hand discomfort
Ache in left hand
Left hand discomfort
Sore left hand

ICD-10 Codes:

M79641: Pain in right hand
M79642: Pain in left hand

Also known as:

Pain in Left Wrist
Pain
Wrist Injuries and Disorder
Left Wrist Ache
Left Wrist Discomfort
Sore Left Wrist

ICD-10 Codes:

M25532: Pain in left wrist

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Nahikian typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Nahikian 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. Nahikian. 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:

Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
Median Nerve Neuroplasty
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
Median Nerve Transposition

CPT Codes:

64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

Also known as:

Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
Spinal Nerve Transection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Cubital Tunnel Release
Elbow Nerve Surgery
Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
Spinal Nerve Avulsion
Extradural Nerve Cut
Nerve Root Sectioning

CPT Codes:

64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural

Also known as:

Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
Open Neuroplasty

CPT Codes:

64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified

Also known as:

Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
Trigger Finger Release Surgery
Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
Endoscopy
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
Tendon Sheath Incision
Trigger Finger Tenolysis
Finger Tendon Release
Hand Tendon Surgery
Ganglion Excision
Wrist Cyst Surgery
Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal

CPT Codes:

29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary

Also known as:

Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
Ganglion cyst removal hand
Tendon sheath lesion excision
Mucous cyst removal finger

CPT Codes:

26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

Does Dr. Nahikian accept my insurance?

Dr. Nahikian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 226-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Nahikian accept in Flagstaff, AZ?

Dr. Nahikian in Flagstaff, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Capital Blue Cross
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Summit Administration Services Inc
UnitedHealth Group
University of Utah

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Where is Dr. Nahikian's office located?

Dr. Kael Nahikian's Primary Practice

1840 N Jasper Dr Ste 2

Flagstaff, AZ 86001

(928) 226-2900

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What hospitals are Dr. Nahikian affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Nahikian has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Flagstaff Medical Center,Flagstaff, AZ

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

Verde Valley Medical Center,Cottonwood, AZ

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center,Show Low, AZ

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West,Prescott, AZ

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Page Hospital,Phoenix, AZ

Little Colorado Medical Center,Winslow, AZ

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

Dr. Nahikian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932559077.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nahikian?

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

What is Dr. Kael Nahikian's specialty?

Dr. Nahikian is a Surgeon near Flagstaff, AZ.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Kael Nahikian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Nahikian is affiliated with Flagstaff Medical Center, Verde Valley Medical Center, Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center, Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West 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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