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Who is Dr. Nichols, Pediatrician in Opelika, AL?
Dr. Katherine Nichols, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Opelika, AL. She is board certified. Dr. Nichols completed her residency at University of California Medical Center. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (334) 749-8121.
Where did Dr. Nichols go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of California Medical Center
Medical School: University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine
Is Dr. Nichols board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Nichols, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nichols typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Underweight Child (BMI below 5th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
- Low BMI for child
- Child underweight
- Pediatric low weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
- Z6851: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, less than 5th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nichols typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Nichols may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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?
Please contact Dr. Nichols' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?
Dr. Katherine Nichols' Primary Practice
2401 Village Professional Dr S
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 749-8121
What 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 1316088156.
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. Katherine Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Pediatrician near Opelika, AL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Katherine Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nichols is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Katherine Nichols accepting new patients in Opelika, AL?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (334) 749-8121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (334) 749-8121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Nichols have?
Dr. Katherine Nichols is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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