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Who is Dr. Pugh, Pain Medicine Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Nicolas Pugh, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. Dr. Pugh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pugh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pugh’s office at (337) 470-2911.
What languages does Dr. Pugh speak?
Dr. Pugh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pugh typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pugh 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. Pugh. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pugh typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicolas Pugh may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pugh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pugh accept my insurance?
Dr. Pugh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 470-2911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pugh accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Pugh in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pugh's office located?
What is Dr. Pugh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073042461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pugh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pugh
What is Dr. Nicolas Pugh's specialty?
Dr. Pugh is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Nicolas Pugh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pugh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cogdell Memorial Hospital. 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 Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain 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 Nicolas Pugh accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Nicolas Pugh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicolas Pugh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pugh's office at (337) 470-2911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicolas Pugh?
Please contact Dr. Pugh's office at (337) 470-2911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
2215 Garland Ave
Nashville, TN 37232