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Dr. Nicolas Pope, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pope, Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Nicolas Pope, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pope is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pope’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pope’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Pope speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Pope typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Pope 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. Pope. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Rheumatic Aortic Valve Narrowing
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Rheumatic Aortic Stenosis
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve from Rheumatic Fever
    • Chronic Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky tricuspid valve
    • Tricuspid regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I060: Rheumatic aortic stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency

    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:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Pope typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Pope 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. Pope. 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:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Removal
    • ICD Pulse Generator Removal
    • Implantable Defibrillator Explant
    • Defibrillator Battery Removal
    • Heart Defibrillator Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
    • Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
    • Transvenous Electrode Removal
    • ICD Lead Removal
    • Heart Device Lead Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction

    Does Dr. Pope accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pope accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pope accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Pope in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pope's office located?

    Dr. Nicolas Pope's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

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    Dr. Nicolas Pope's Practice 2

    261 Calhoun St Ste 100

    Charleston, SC 29401

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    What hospitals are Dr. Pope affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Pope has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Pope's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154646479.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pope?

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

    What is Dr. Nicolas Pope's specialty?

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Nicolas Pope affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pope is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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. Nicolas Pope accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Nicolas Pope is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicolas Pope offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pope's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicolas Pope?

    Please contact Dr. Pope's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pope's office located?

    Dr. Pope's office is located in Charleston, SC.