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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nikitas, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. John Nikitas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nikitas is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nikitas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nikitas’s office at (847) 570-4789.
What languages does Dr. Nikitas speak?
Dr. Nikitas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nikitas typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nikitas 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. Nikitas. 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:
- 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:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Throat Carcinoma
- Tonsillar Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C090: Malignant neoplasm of tonsillar fossa
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nikitas typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Nikitas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nikitas. 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:
- Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
- Prostate fiducial marker insertion
- Radiation therapy guidance markers
- Prostate dosimeter placement
- Needle placement for prostate radiation
CPT Codes:
- 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
- Prostate Spacer Injection
- Periprostatic Injection
- Biodegradable Prostate Implant
- Prostate Radiation Protection Injection
CPT Codes:
- 55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Nikitas accept my insurance?
Dr. Nikitas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 570-4789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nikitas accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Nikitas in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nikitas' office located?
Dr. John Nikitas' Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(847) 570-4789
What is Dr. Nikitas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nikitas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730709171.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nikitas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nikitas
What is Dr. John Nikitas's specialty?
Dr. Nikitas is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. John Nikitas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nikitas is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian 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
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Is John Nikitas accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. John Nikitas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Nikitas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nikitas's office at (847) 570-4789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Nikitas?
Please contact Dr. Nikitas's office at (847) 570-4789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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