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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Nichols, Pediatrician in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Carolyn Nichols, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (562) 933-0400.
Is Dr. Nichols board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Carolyn Nichols, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nichols typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Chiari Malformation with Spina Bifida
- Chiari Malformation
- Spina Bifida
- Arnold-Chiari and Spina Bifida
- Brain and Spine Birth Defect
- Chiari II Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q0701: Arnold-Chiari syndrome with spina bifida
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nichols typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Carolyn Nichols may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 (562) 933-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Nichols in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?
Dr. Carolyn Nichols' Primary Practice
2801 Atlantic Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 933-0400
What is Dr. Nichols's NPI number?An 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 1801829791.
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. Carolyn Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Pediatrician near Long Beach, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Carolyn Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nichols is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center, Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Carolyn Nichols accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carolyn Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carolyn Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (562) 933-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (562) 933-0400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carolyn Nichols have?
Dr. Carolyn Nichols is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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