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Dr. William Nichols, DO

Saint Joseph, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nichols, Critical Care Internist in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Dr. William Nichols, DO is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Nichols completed his residency at Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, 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 (269) 985-4523.

    Where did Dr. Nichols go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Mi State University, Coll of Osteo Med, East Lansing Mi

    Is Dr. Nichols board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. William Nichols, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Nichols typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Nichols typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William 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 (269) 985-4523 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Dr. Nichols in Saint Joseph, MI 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 Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?

    Dr. William Nichols' Primary Practice

    1234 Napier Ave

    Saint Joseph, MI 49085

    (269) 985-4523

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    Dr. William Nichols' Practice 2

    601 John St Ste M-510

    Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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    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 1285656017.

    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. William Nichols's specialty?

    Dr. Nichols is a Critical Care Internist near Saint Joseph, MI.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is this Dr. William Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nichols is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is William Nichols accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Yes, Dr. William Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Nichols offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (269) 985-4523 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Nichols?

    Please contact Dr. Nichols's office at (269) 985-4523 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Nichols have?

    Dr. William Nichols is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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