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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nichols, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Ashley Nichols, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichols’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (205) 934-5038.
Is Dr. Nichols board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Nichols, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Nichols typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashley Nichols may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Nichols' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nichols accept my insurance?
Dr. Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-5038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Nichols in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?
What is Dr. Nichols's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679780332.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nichols?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nichols
What is Dr. Ashley Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Ashley Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nichols is affiliated with Uab 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
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Is Ashley Nichols accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (205) 934-5038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (205) 934-5038 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashley Nichols have?
Dr. Ashley Nichols is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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