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Who is Dr. Nilssen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Pensacola, FL?
Dr. Erik Nilssen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pensacola, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nilssen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nilssen’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nilssen’s office at (850) 435-4800.
Is Dr. Nilssen board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Erik Nilssen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nilssen speak?
Dr. Nilssen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nilssen treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nilssen 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. Nilssen. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Other Bone Disorder in Ankle and Foot
- Bone Disease
- Uncommon ankle and foot bone conditions
- Rare ankle and foot bone diseases
- Specific ankle and foot bone problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- M898X7: Other specified disorders of bone, ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Bunion
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Valgus
- Big Toe Deformity
- Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
What procedures does Dr. Nilssen perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nilssen 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. Nilssen. 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:
- Heel Bone Removal
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
- Bunion Correction Surgery
- Partial Plantar Fascia Removal
- Foot Tendon or Joint Lesion Removal
- Tarsal Tunnel Release
- Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
- Posterior Tibial Tendon Reconstruction (Kidner Procedure)
- Calcaneus Ostectomy
- Heel Bone Resection
- Foot Bone Removal
- Calcaneal Bone Excision
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
- Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
- Big toe joint debridement
- First MTP joint release
- Hallux Valgus Repair
- Bunionectomy with Sesamoidectomy
- Big Toe Deformity Correction
- Plantar Fasciectomy
- Foot Fascia Release
- Plantar Fasciitis Surgery
- Foot ganglion cyst removal
- Foot tendon sheath excision
- Foot synovectomy
- Foot lesion surgery
- Posterior Tibial Nerve Decompression
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery
- Nerve Release in Foot
- Foot Nerve Decompression
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
- Kidner procedure
- Flatfoot correction surgery
- Accessory navicular bone removal with tendon repair
CPT Codes:
- 28118: Ostectomy, calcaneus;
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
- 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
- 28292: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with resection of proximal phalanx base, when performed, any method
- 28060: Fasciectomy, plantar fascia; partial (separate procedure)
- 28090: Excision of lesion, tendon, tendon sheath, or capsule (including synovectomy) (eg, cyst or ganglion); foot
- 28035: Release, tarsal tunnel (posterior tibial nerve decompression)
- 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
- 28238: Reconstruction (advancement), posterior tibial tendon with excision of accessory tarsal navicular bone (eg, Kidner type procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Foot Bone Infection Removal
- Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
- Foot Bone Spur Removal
- Talus Bone Excision
- Calcaneus Bone Excision
- Foot Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
- Tarsal Bone Excision
- Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
- Calcaneus Osteotomy
- Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Dwyer Procedure
- Chambers Procedure
- Metatarsal Head Resection
- Foot Bone Exostectomy
- Partial Metatarsal Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
- 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
- 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
- 28288: Ostectomy, partial, exostectomy or condylectomy, metatarsal head, each metatarsal head
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
- Leg Tendon Repair
- Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
- Graft for Achilles Tendon
- Re-repair Achilles Tendon
- Ankle Tendon Surgery
- Flexor Tendon Repair
- Leg Tendon Surgery
- Tendon Reconstruction Leg
CPT Codes:
- 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
- 27658: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle Debridement
- Ankle Scope Surgery
- Tibiotalar Joint Arthroscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29897: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, limited
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Open Ankle Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Ankle Arthrodesis
- Ankle Fusion Surgery
- Surgical Ankle Immobilization
- Ankle Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Arthrodesis
- Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
- Talocalcaneal Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27870: Arthrodesis, ankle, open
- 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair (Both Collateral Ligaments)
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Ankle Collateral Ligament Repair
- Disrupted Ankle Ligament Repair
- Ankle Sprain Surgery
- Lateral and Medial Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27696: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; both collateral ligaments
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Foot Flexor Tendon Repair
- Tendon repair foot
- Flexor tendon surgery
- Foot tendon reconstruction
- Ankle tendon repair
CPT Codes:
- 28200: Repair, tendon, flexor, foot; primary or secondary, without free graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
- Hallux valgus correction with osteotomy
- Bunionectomy with metatarsal osteotomy
- Big toe bunion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Also known as:
- Midfoot or Tarsometatarsal Joint Fusion
- Midtarsal Arthrodesis
- Tarsometatarsal Fusion
- Foot Joint Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 28740: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, single joint
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral
Also known as:
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Foot Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Tibia Bone Cyst Excision
- Fibula Tumor Removal
- Leg Bone Curettage
- Benign Bone Tumor Surgery
- Tarsal Bone Cyst Excision
- Metatarsal Bone Tumor Removal
- Foot Bone Curettage
- Benign Foot Bone Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27635: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor, tibia or fibula;
- 28104: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor, tarsal or metatarsal, except talus or calcaneus;
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Release
- Tendon Loosening Surgery (Leg)
- Ankle Tendon Tenolysis
- Flexor or Extensor Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 27680: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, leg and/or ankle; single, each tendon
Also known as:
- Partial Removal of Toe Bone
- Toe phalanx excision
- Toe bone cleaning
- Osteomyelitis toe treatment
CPT Codes:
- 28124: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); phalanx of toe
Also known as:
- Toe Joint Capsule Release
- Toe Capsulotomy
- Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
- Toe Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Ankle Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
- Ankle Bone Defect Excision
CPT Codes:
- 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect
Also known as:
- Morton's Neuroma Removal
- Excision of Morton's Neuroma
- Interdigital Neuroma Excision
- Foot Nerve Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28080: Excision, interdigital (Morton) neuroma, single, each
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Shin Bone Partial Removal
- Tibia Bone Excision
- Shin Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Tibia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27640: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); tibia
Also known as:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
- Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
- Metatarsal Fixation
- Broken Foot Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
Also known as:
- Application of Short Leg Splint
- Calf to Foot Splint
- Lower Leg Splinting
- Short Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)
Also known as:
- Metatarsal Bone Fracture Repair
- Foot fracture repair
- Metatarsal nonunion repair
- Bone graft for foot fracture
- Malunion repair foot
CPT Codes:
- 28322: Repair, nonunion or malunion; metatarsal, with or without bone graft (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
- Heel Spur Removal Surgery
- Calcaneal Ostectomy
- Plantar Fasciitis Surgery
- Bone Spur Excision Foot
CPT Codes:
- 28119: Ostectomy, calcaneus; for spur, with or without plantar fascial release
Also known as:
- Leg Compartment Release Surgery
- Leg fasciotomy
- Anterior compartment release
- Lateral compartment release
- Compartment syndrome surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27600: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; anterior and/or lateral compartments only
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Percutaneous Nerve Stimulator Placement
- Electrode Array Implantation (Peripheral Nerve)
- Nerve Pain Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64555: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; peripheral nerve (excludes sacral nerve)
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
- Nerve Stimulator Implant
- Sacral Neuromodulation Device
- Gastric Stimulator Placement
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Does Dr. Nilssen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nilssen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 435-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nilssen accept in Pensacola, FL?
Dr. Nilssen in Pensacola, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Ratings & Reviews
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Overall rating
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Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Diagnosis
20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
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Dr. Nilssen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457579435.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nilssen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nilssen
What is Dr. Erik Nilssen's specialty?
Dr. Nilssen is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Pensacola, FL. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Nilssen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erik Nilssen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nilssen is affiliated with Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Gulf Breeze Hospital, Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, South Baldwin Regional Medical Center 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 Erik Nilssen accepting new patients in Pensacola, FL?
Yes, Dr. Erik Nilssen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Nilssen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nilssen's office at (850) 435-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Nilssen?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Nilssen have?
Dr. Erik Nilssen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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