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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birge, Pediatrician in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Nicole Birge, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Birge is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birge’s office at (402) 559-5380.
Is Dr. Birge board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Birge, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Birge speak?
Dr. Birge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Birge typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Birge 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. Birge. 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:
- Other Childhood Interstitial Lung Disease
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Rare pediatric lung conditions
- Uncommon children's lung diseases
- Other pediatric ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84848: Other interstitial lung diseases of childhood
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Failure
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Lung Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Failure
- Infant Lung Failure
- Newborn Breathing Crisis
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P285: Respiratory failure of newborn
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Moderate Brain Damage from Lack of Oxygen in Newborns (HIE)
- Brain Disease
- Childbirth Problems
- Moderate HIE
- Moderate Birth Asphyxia Brain Injury
- Moderate Neonatal HIE
ICD-10 Codes:
- P9162: Moderate hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE]
Also known as:
- Low Body Temperature in Newborns
- Hypothermia
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Newborn Hypothermia
- Infant Low Body Temperature
- Neonatal Hypothermia
ICD-10 Codes:
- P809: Hypothermia of newborn, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Birge typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Birge 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. Birge. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Birge accept my insurance?
Dr. Birge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 559-5380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birge accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Birge in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Molina Healthcare
State of South Dakota
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Birge's office located?
Dr. Nicole Birge's Primary Practice
982185 Nebraska Medical Ctr
Omaha, NE 68198
(402) 559-5380
What hospitals are Dr. Birge affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Birge has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Birge's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518185206.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birge
What is Dr. Nicole Birge's specialty?
Dr. Birge is a Pediatrician near Omaha, NE.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is Dr. Nicole Birge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birge is affiliated with Methodist Women's Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital 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 Dr. Nicole Birge accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Birge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Birge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birge's office at (402) 559-5380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicole Birge?
Please contact Dr. Birge's office at (402) 559-5380 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Birge's office located?
Dr. Birge's offices are located in Omaha, NE and Bellevue, NE.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicole Birge have?
Dr. Nicole Birge is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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