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Who is Dr. Nickols, Critical Care Surgeon in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Alexis Nickols is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nickols is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nickols’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nickols’s office at (859) 257-3253.
What languages does Dr. Nickols speak?
Dr. Nickols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Nickols typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Nickols 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. Nickols. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Nickols typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Alexis Nickols may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Nickols' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nickols accept my insurance?
Dr. Nickols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 257-3253 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nickols accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Nickols in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nickols' office located?
What is Dr. Nickols's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nickols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336534932.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nickols?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nickols
What is Dr. Alexis Nickols's specialty?
Dr. Nickols is a Critical Care Surgeon near Lexington, KY.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Alexis Nickols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nickols is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital, Barbourville Arh Hospital, The Medical Center At Albany. 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexis Nickols accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Alexis Nickols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexis Nickols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nickols's office at (859) 257-3253 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexis Nickols?
Please contact Dr. Nickols's office at (859) 257-3253 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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