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Dr. Shivprasad Nikam, MD

Dr. Shivprasad Nikam, MD

Wilkes Barre, PA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nikam, Vascular Surgeon in Wilkes Barre, PA?

    Dr. Shivprasad Nikam, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Nikam graduated from Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College. Dr. Nikam is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nikam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nikam’s office at (570) 808-7300.

    Where did Dr. Nikam go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Nikam speak?

    Dr. Nikam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Nikam treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nikam 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. Nikam. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Swelling
    • Localized Swelling
    • Widespread Swelling
    • Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Bloating
    • Localized Edema
    • Swelling in one area
    • Generalized Edema
    • Full Body Swelling
    • Systemic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R609: Edema, unspecified
    • R600: Localized edema
    • R601: Generalized edema

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Left Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg
    • Pain in left lower limb
    • Left leg discomfort
    • Aching left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg
    • M79605: Pain in left leg

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    What procedures does Dr. Nikam perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nikam 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. Nikam. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Vein Removal (Stab Phlebectomy)
    • Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
    • Microphlebectomy
    • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
    • Stab Incision Vein Removal
    • Femoral Artery Angioplasty
    • Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
    • Leg Artery Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37765: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; 10-20 stab incisions
    • 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Iliac Artery Stent Placement
    • Endovascular iliac artery stenting
    • Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
    • Pelvic artery revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cimino Fistula
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Artery Catheter Placement
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
    • Selective Arterial Catheterization
    • Diagnostic Artery Catheter
    • Abdominal Artery Catheter
    • Diagnostic Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
    • 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
    • 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Angioplasty and Stenting
    • Dialysis Fistula Repair
    • Dialysis Graft Stenting
    • Peripheral Dialysis Circuit Intervention

    CPT Codes:

    • 36903: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the stenting, and all angioplasty within the peripheral dialysis segment

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Stent Placement
    • Femoral Artery Stenting
    • Popliteal Artery Stenting
    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Endovascular Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Artery Stent Placement (Non-Coronary/Carotid/Leg)
    • Intravascular Stent Insertion
    • Transcatheter Stenting
    • Peripheral Artery Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 37236: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s) (except lower extremity artery(s) for occlusive disease, cervical carotid, extracranial vertebral or intrathoracic carotid, intracranial, or coronary), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including all angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial artery

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
    • Dialysis Circuit Angiography
    • Fistula/Graft Evaluation
    • Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Vein Removal (Multiple Incisions)
    • Stab Phlebectomy
    • Microphlebectomy
    • Varicose Vein Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 37766: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
    • AV Fistula Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Tibial Artery Angioplasty
    • Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
    • Leg Artery Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty

    Does Dr. Nikam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nikam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nikam accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?

    Dr. Nikam in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Nikam's office located?

    Dr. Shivprasad Nikam's Primary Practice

    1000 E Mountain Dr

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18711

    (570) 808-7300

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    What is Dr. Nikam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nikam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740407634.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nikam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nikam

    What is Dr. Shivprasad Nikam's specialty?

    Dr. Nikam is a Vascular Surgeon near Wilkes Barre, PA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Nikam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shivprasad Nikam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nikam is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street 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 Shivprasad Nikam accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Shivprasad Nikam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shivprasad Nikam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nikam's office at (570) 808-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shivprasad Nikam?

    Please contact Dr. Nikam's office at (570) 808-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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