MN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nachiappan, Nuclear Radiologist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Muthiah Nachiappan is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Nachiappan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nachiappan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nachiappan’s office at (720) 848-6617.
What languages does Dr. Nachiappan speak?
Dr. Nachiappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nachiappan treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Nachiappan 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. Nachiappan. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Widespread Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
- Generalized lymphadenopathy
- Multiple swollen glands
- Body-wide enlarged lymph nodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
- R591: Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Chronic Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Long-term Fluid in Lungs
- Persistent Lung Congestion
- Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- J811: Chronic pulmonary edema
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Rising PSA After Prostate Cancer Treatment
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Increasing PSA Post-Treatment
- Recurrent PSA Elevation
- Prostate Cancer Recurrence Marker
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9721: Rising PSA following treatment for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Which procedures does Dr. Nachiappan perform as a Nuclear Radiologist?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Muthiah Nachiappan may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nachiappan's office.
Does Dr. Nachiappan accept my insurance?
Dr. Nachiappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-6617 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nachiappan accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Nachiappan in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Conifer Health Solutions
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health Medical Plan
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Nachiappan's office located?
Dr. Muthiah Nachiappan's Primary Practice
12605 E 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
(720) 848-6617
What is Dr. Nachiappan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nachiappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720572936.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nachiappan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nachiappan
What is Dr. Muthiah Nachiappan's specialty?
Dr. Nachiappan is a Nuclear Radiologist near Aurora, CO. A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases. Contact Dr. Nachiappan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muthiah Nachiappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nachiappan is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Uchealth Highlands Ranch 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 Muthiah Nachiappan accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Muthiah Nachiappan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muthiah Nachiappan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nachiappan's office at (720) 848-6617 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muthiah Nachiappan?
Please contact Dr. Nachiappan's office at (720) 848-6617 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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