Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nichols, Hospitalist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Tristan Nichols, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichols’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office at (510) 428-3885.
What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?
Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Nichols typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols. 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 here.
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Nichols typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Tristan Nichols may include:
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 (510) 428-3885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Nichols in Stanford, CA 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 Shield of California
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1548503360.
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. Tristan Nichols's specialty?
Dr. Nichols is a Hospitalist near Stanford, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Tristan Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nichols is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tristan Nichols accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tristan Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tristan Nichols offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (510) 428-3885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tristan Nichols?
Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (510) 428-3885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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