44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Birlew, Family Medicine Specialist in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Birlew, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Birlew graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Catholic Medical Center Program. Dr. Birlew is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birlew’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birlew’s office at (209) 952-9696.
Where did Dr. Birlew go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Catholic Medical Center Program
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Birlew speak?
Dr. Birlew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Birlew treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birlew 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. Birlew. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Birlew perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Birlew may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Birlew's office.
Does Dr. Birlew accept my insurance?
Dr. Birlew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 952-9696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birlew accept in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Birlew in Stockton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Birlew's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Birlew's Primary Practice
1148 W Hammer Ln
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 952-9696
What is Dr. Birlew's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birlew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821188483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birlew?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birlew
What is Dr. Nicholas Birlew's specialty?
Dr. Birlew is a Family Medicine Specialist near Stockton, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Birlew to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Birlew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Birlew is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Nicholas Birlew accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Birlew is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Birlew offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birlew's office at (209) 952-9696 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Birlew?
Please contact Dr. Birlew's office at (209) 952-9696 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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