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Dr. Nicholas Smith, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Nicholas Smith, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (314) 251-6090.

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smith typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • 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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smith typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Smith may include:

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 251-6090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Smith in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Smith's Primary Practice

    615 S New Ballas Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

    (314) 251-6090

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    Dr. Nicholas Smith's Practice 2

    1400 US Highway 61

    Festus, MO 63028

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    What hospitals are Dr. Smith affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Smith has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
    Parkland Health Center - Farmington,Farmington, MO
    Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital,Saint Louis, MO

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215317540.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Nicholas Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital South, Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Nicholas Smith accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Nicholas Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (314) 251-6090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (314) 251-6090 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Smith's offices are located in Saint Louis, MO and Festus, MO.