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Dr. Nancy Wicker, MD
Greenwood, SC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wicker, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Greenwood, SC?
Dr. Nancy Wicker, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenwood, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wicker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wicker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wicker’s office at (864) 227-9393.
What languages does Dr. Wicker speak?
Dr. Wicker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wicker typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wicker 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. Wicker. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wicker typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nancy Wicker may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Wicker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wicker accept my insurance?
Dr. Wicker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 227-9393 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wicker accept in Greenwood, SC?
Dr. Wicker in Greenwood, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicare
United Insurance Holdings Group
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wicker's office located?
Dr. Nancy Wicker's Primary Practice
408 W Alexander Ave
Greenwood, SC 29646
(864) 227-9393
What is Dr. Wicker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wicker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487973780.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wicker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wicker
What is Dr. Nancy Wicker's specialty?
Dr. Wicker is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Greenwood, SC.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Nancy Wicker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wicker is affiliated with Self Regional Healthcare, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Lexington Medical Center 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nancy Wicker accepting new patients in Greenwood, SC?
Yes, Dr. Nancy Wicker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nancy Wicker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wicker's office at (864) 227-9393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nancy Wicker?
Please contact Dr. Wicker's office at (864) 227-9393 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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