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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicholson, Urologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Tristan Nicholson, MD, PHD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nicholson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholson’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What languages does Dr. Nicholson speak?
Dr. Nicholson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Nicholson typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Nicholson 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. Nicholson. 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:
- Fertility Testing
- Fertility Preservation Procedure
- Fertility Management (Unspecified)
- Infertility
- Infertility testing
- Reproductive health assessment
- Fertility evaluation
- Egg freezing procedure
- Sperm banking procedure
- Embryo cryopreservation
- General reproductive management
- Unspecified fertility care
- Procreative health services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3141: Encounter for fertility testing
- Z3184: Encounter for fertility preservation procedure
- Z319: Encounter for procreative management, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Birth Control Management
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive care
- Specific birth control services
- Miscellaneous family planning management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z308: Encounter for other contraceptive management
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peyronie's Disease
- Penis Disorder
- Penile Curvature (Peyronie's Disease)
- Penile curvature
- Bent penis
- Induration penis plastica
ICD-10 Codes:
- N486: Induration penis plastica
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Nicholson typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Nicholson 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. Nicholson. 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:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Urine Flow Test
- Uroflowmetry
- Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
- Bladder Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)
Also known as:
- Bladder Irrigation
- Bladder Wash
- Bladder Lavage
- Bladder Instillation
CPT Codes:
- 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation
Also known as:
- Vasectomy
- Male Birth Control Surgery
- Male Sterilization Procedure
- Semen Analysis After Vasectomy
CPT Codes:
- 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)
Also known as:
- Injection for Erectile Dysfunction
- Penile injection therapy
- Intracavernosal injection
- Papaverine injection
CPT Codes:
- 54235: Injection Of Corpora Cavernosa With Pharmacologic Agent(S) (Eg, Papaverine, Phentolamine)
Also known as:
- Hormone Pellet Implantation
- Birth Control
- Hormone Replacement Pellets
- Estradiol Pellet Insertion
- Testosterone Pellet Insertion
- Bioidentical Hormone Pellets
CPT Codes:
- 11980: Subcutaneous hormone pellet implantation (implantation of estradiol and/or testosterone pellets beneath the skin)
Does Dr. Nicholson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholson accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Nicholson in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nicholson's office located?
Dr. Tristan Nicholson's Primary Practice
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 520-5000
What is Dr. Nicholson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053707398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicholson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicholson
What is Dr. Tristan Nicholson's specialty?
Dr. Nicholson is a Urologist near Seattle, WA.
What does an Urologist do?
A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.
Is this Dr. Tristan Nicholson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicholson is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 an Urologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tristan Nicholson accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Tristan Nicholson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tristan Nicholson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tristan Nicholson?
Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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