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Dr. Robert Nichols, MD
Santa Teresa, NM
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nichols, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Santa Teresa, NM?
Dr. Robert Nichols, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Santa Teresa, NM. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Nichols graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichols’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (505) 589-4000.
Where did Dr. Nichols go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University of New Mexico Program
Medical School: University of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm | University of New Mexico School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Nichols typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89322: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 2
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:
- Cut on right forearm
- Wounds and Injuries
- Deep cut on forearm
- Forearm laceration
- Skin tear on forearm
ICD-10 Codes:
- S51811D: Laceration without foreign body of right forearm, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Incomplete Paraplegia
- Paralysis
- Partial lower body paralysis
- Incomplete paralysis of legs
- Partial paraplegia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Nichols typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Robert Nichols may include:
Please contact Dr. Nichols' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nichols accept my insurance?
Dr. Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 589-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Santa Teresa, NM?
Dr. Nichols in Santa Teresa, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?
Dr. Robert Nichols' Primary Practice
1300 Country Club Rd Ste D
Santa Teresa, NM 88008
(505) 589-4000
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
60% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
60% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Robert Nichols a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Nichols has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Nichols, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Nichols's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679634562.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nichols?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nichols
What is Dr. Robert Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Santa Teresa, NM.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Robert Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nichols is affiliated with Christus Health 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Nichols accepting new patients in Santa Teresa, NM?
Yes, Dr. Robert Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (505) 589-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (505) 589-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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