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Dr. Nicholas Themelis, MD

Dr. Nicholas Themelis, MD

Tacoma, WA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Themelis, Pediatrician in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Nicholas Themelis, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Themelis graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Themelis is fluent in English, Central Khmer, Chinese, Greek, Modern (1453-), Korean, Spanish, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Themelis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Themelis’s office at (253) 536-3336.

    Where did Dr. Themelis go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Madigan Army Medical Center | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Themelis board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Themelis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Themelis speak?

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

    • Central Khmer

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    • Thai

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Themelis typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Themelis 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. Themelis. 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Hyperactive ADHD
    • Impulsive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Themelis typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Themelis 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. Themelis. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Themelis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Themelis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 536-3336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Themelis accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Themelis in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • First Administrators

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Themelis' office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Themelis' Primary Practice

    11601 Pacific Ave S

    Tacoma, WA 98444

    (253) 536-3336

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

    Dr. Themelis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760564959.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Themelis?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Themelis's specialty?

    Dr. Themelis is a Pediatrician near Tacoma, WA.

    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. Nicholas Themelis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Themelis is affiliated with Overlake Hospital Medical Center 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Nicholas Themelis accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Themelis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Themelis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Themelis's office at (253) 536-3336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Themelis?

    Please contact Dr. Themelis's office at (253) 536-3336 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Themelis have?

    Dr. Nicholas Themelis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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