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Dr. Brian Nickles, DO

Whitesburg, KY

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nickles, Internist in Whitesburg, KY?

    Dr. Brian Nickles, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Whitesburg, KY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Nickles is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nickles’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nickles’s office at (606) 633-3500.

    What languages does Dr. Nickles speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nickles treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Nickles 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. Nickles. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Which procedures does Dr. Nickles perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brian Nickles may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nickles' office.

    Does Dr. Nickles accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nickles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 633-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nickles accept in Whitesburg, KY?

    Dr. Nickles in Whitesburg, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Passport Health Plan

    • State of Kentucky

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nickles' office located?

    Dr. Brian Nickles' Primary Practice

    240 Hospital Rd

    Whitesburg, KY 41858

    (606) 633-3500

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    Dr. Brian Nickles' Practice 2

    1530 Lone Oak Rd

    Paducah, KY 42003

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

    Dr. Nickles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942992128.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nickles?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Nickles's specialty?

    Dr. Nickles is a Internist near Whitesburg, KY.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Nickles to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Nickles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nickles is affiliated with Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center, Pikeville 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 Brian Nickles accepting new patients in Whitesburg, KY?

    No, Dr. Brian Nickles is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Nickles offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nickles's office at (606) 633-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Nickles?

    Please contact Dr. Nickles's office at (606) 633-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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