Dr. Nicole Jernick, MD
Truckee, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jernick, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Truckee, CA?
Dr. Nicole Jernick, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Truckee, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Jernick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jernick’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jernick’s office at (530) 582-6432.
What languages does Dr. Jernick speak?
Dr. Jernick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jernick typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jernick 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. Jernick. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jernick typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicole Jernick may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Jernick's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jernick accept my insurance?
Dr. Jernick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 582-6432 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jernick accept in Truckee, CA?
Dr. Jernick in Truckee, CA 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 Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
Transamerica
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jernick's office located?
What is Dr. Jernick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jernick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275928103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jernick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jernick
What is Dr. Nicole Jernick's specialty?
Dr. Jernick is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Truckee, CA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Nicole Jernick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jernick is affiliated with Tahoe Forest 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Nicole Jernick accepting new patients in Truckee, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Jernick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Jernick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jernick's office at (530) 582-6432 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Jernick?
Please contact Dr. Jernick's office at (530) 582-6432 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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