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Who is Dr. Norsworthy, Internist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Nilufer Norsworthy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Norsworthy is currently affiliated with 104 St Joseph Hospital Wound Care Clinic. Dr. Norsworthy is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Norsworthy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Norsworthy’s office at (206) 368-1244.
Is Dr. Norsworthy board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nilufer Norsworthy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Norsworthy speak?
Dr. Norsworthy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Norsworthy typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Norsworthy 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. Norsworthy. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Chronic Left Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Skin Condition
- Right calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed right calf wound
- Right calf ulcer stage 2
- Left calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed left calf wound
- Left calf ulcer stage 2
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed
- L97222: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Ankle
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97312: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right ankle with fat layer exposed
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Norsworthy typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Norsworthy 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. Norsworthy. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
- Artificial skin graft
- Wound covering application
- Skin replacement for large wounds
CPT Codes:
- 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Norsworthy accept my insurance?
Dr. Norsworthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 368-1244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Norsworthy accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Norsworthy in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Norsworthy's office located?
Dr. Nilufer Norsworthy's Primary Practice
1560 N 115th St Ste 201
Seattle, WA 98133
(206) 368-1244
What is Dr. Norsworthy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Norsworthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700016391.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Norsworthy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Norsworthy
What is Dr. Nilufer Norsworthy's specialty?
Dr. Norsworthy is a Internist near Seattle, WA.
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. Nilufer Norsworthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Norsworthy is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Valley Medical Center, Swedish First Hill Campus 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 Nilufer Norsworthy accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Nilufer Norsworthy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nilufer Norsworthy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Norsworthy's office at (206) 368-1244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nilufer Norsworthy?
Please contact Dr. Norsworthy's office at (206) 368-1244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nilufer Norsworthy have?
Dr. Nilufer Norsworthy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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