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Dr. Nariman Niktash, MD

Dr. Nariman Niktash, MD

Lake City, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Niktash, Hospitalist in Lake City, FL?

    Dr. Nariman Niktash, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lake City, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Niktash completed his residency at St Lukes Hospital. Dr. Niktash is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Niktash’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Niktash’s office at (352) 688-8116.

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

    • Residency: St Lukes Hospital

    Is Dr. Niktash board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Nariman Niktash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Niktash speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does Dr. Niktash treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Niktash 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. Niktash. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Which procedures does Dr. Niktash perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nariman Niktash may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Niktash's office.

    Does Dr. Niktash accept my insurance?

    Dr. Niktash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 688-8116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Niktash accept in Lake City, FL?

    Dr. Niktash in Lake City, FL 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 Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Freedom Health

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • Steward Health Choice

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    Where is Dr. Niktash's office located?

    Dr. Nariman Niktash's Primary Practice

    340 NW Commerce Dr

    Lake City, FL 32055

    (352) 688-8116

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    Dr. Nariman Niktash's Practice 2

    5350 Spring Hill Dr

    Weeki Wachee, FL 34606

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    Dr. Nariman Niktash's Practice 3

    21298 Olean Blvd

    Port Charlotte, FL 33952

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

    Dr. Niktash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932353356.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Niktash?

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

    What is Dr. Nariman Niktash's specialty?

    Dr. Niktash is a Hospitalist near Lake City, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Niktash to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nariman Niktash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Niktash is affiliated with Virtua Voorhees Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Nariman Niktash accepting new patients in Lake City, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Nariman Niktash is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nariman Niktash offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Niktash's office at (352) 688-8116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nariman Niktash?

    Please contact Dr. Niktash's office at (352) 688-8116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nariman Niktash have?

    Dr. Nariman Niktash is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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