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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nigam, Internist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Kamal Nigam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nigam completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nigam is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nigam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nigam’s office.
Where did Dr. Nigam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
What languages does Dr. Nigam speak?
Dr. Nigam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nigam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nigam 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. Nigam. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nigam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kamal Nigam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Nigam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nigam accept my insurance?
Dr. Nigam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nigam accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Nigam in Louisville, KY 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nigam's office located?
What is Dr. Nigam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nigam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376638460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nigam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nigam
What is Dr. Kamal Nigam's specialty?
Dr. Nigam is a Internist near Louisville, KY.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kamal Nigam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nigam is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kamal Nigam accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Kamal Nigam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kamal Nigam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nigam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kamal Nigam?
Please contact Dr. Nigam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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