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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nickel, Orthopedic Surgeon in Madison, WI?
Dr. Brian Nickel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nickel is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nickel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nickel’s office at (608) 263-7540.
What languages does Dr. Nickel speak?
Dr. Nickel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nickel treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nickel 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. Nickel. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Orthopedic Joint Implant
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Artificial Joint
- Joint Prosthesis
- Surgical Joint Implant
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9660: Presence of unspecified orthopedic joint implant
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does Dr. Nickel perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nickel 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. Nickel. 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:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Does Dr. Nickel accept my insurance?
Dr. Nickel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 263-7540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nickel accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Nickel in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Affinity Health System
All Other Third Party
Centene
Medicare
MedImpact
Quartz Health Solutions
State of Tennessee
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Nickel's office located?
What is Dr. Nickel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nickel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588920227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nickel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nickel
What is Dr. Brian Nickel's specialty?
Dr. Nickel is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Madison, WI. 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. Nickel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Nickel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nickel is affiliated with UW Health University Hospital, Fort Memorial Hospital, ThedaCare Medical Center - Berlin, Aspirus Rhinelander 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 Brian Nickel accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Brian Nickel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Nickel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nickel's office at (608) 263-7540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Nickel?
Please contact Dr. Nickel's office at (608) 263-7540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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