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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sakis, Hospitalist in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Nicholas Sakis, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sakis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakis’s office at (712) 328-5000.
What languages does Dr. Sakis speak?
Dr. Sakis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sakis treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sakis 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. Sakis. 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:
- Sepsis
- Severe Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Systemic Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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
Which procedures does Dr. Sakis perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Sakis may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sakis' office.
Does Dr. Sakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Sakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 328-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sakis accept in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Sakis in Council Bluffs, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Government Employees Health Association
Humana
Medica
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sakis' office located?
Dr. Nicholas Sakis' Primary Practice
800 Mercy Dr
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-5000
What is Dr. Sakis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932582848.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sakis
What is Dr. Nicholas Sakis's specialty?
Dr. Sakis is a Hospitalist near Council Bluffs, IA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Sakis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Sakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sakis is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Nicholas Sakis accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Sakis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Sakis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sakis's office at (712) 328-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Sakis?
Please contact Dr. Sakis's office at (712) 328-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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