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Dr. Lahav Nissim, MD
Phoenix, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nissim, Pediatric Radiologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Lahav Nissim, MD is a Pediatric Radiologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nissim is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nissim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nissim’s office at (602) 933-0198.
Where did Dr. Nissim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Nissim board certified as a Pediatric Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Lahav Nissim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Nissim speak?
Dr. Nissim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Radiologist like Dr. Nissim typically treat?
As a Pediatric Radiologist, Dr. Nissim 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. Nissim. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chronic Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Long-term Fluid in Lungs
- Persistent Lung Congestion
- Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- J811: Chronic pulmonary edema
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does a Pediatric Radiologist like Dr. Nissim typically perform?
As a Pediatric Radiologist, Dr. Nissim 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. Nissim. 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.
Also known as:
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
- Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
- GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Stomach or Colon Feeding Tube Replacement
- Gastrostomy Tube Change
- Cecostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous Feeding Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49450: Replacement of gastrostomy or cecostomy (or other colonic) tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Long Gastrointestinal Tube Insertion
- Miller-Abbott Tube Placement
- GI Tube Insertion
- Intestinal Tube Placement
CPT Codes:
- 44500: Introduction of long gastrointestinal tube (eg, Miller-Abbott) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Kidney Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Nissim accept my insurance?
Dr. Nissim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 933-0198 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nissim accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Nissim in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Mercy Care
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nissim's office located?
What is Dr. Nissim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nissim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235335324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nissim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nissim
What is Dr. Lahav Nissim's specialty?
Dr. Nissim is a Pediatric Radiologist near Phoenix, AZ.
What does a Pediatric Radiologist do?
A pediatric radiologist specializes in all forms of diagnostic imaging related to the treatment of diseases in newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. This specialist possesses expertise in both imaging and interventional procedures for managing pediatric diseases. They must have a high knowledge and thorough understanding of organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases specific to children, and conditions that begin in childhood and lead to significant impairment in adulthood.
Is this Dr. Lahav Nissim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nissim is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Banner Desert 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
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Is Lahav Nissim accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Lahav Nissim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lahav Nissim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nissim's office at (602) 933-0198 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lahav Nissim?
Please contact Dr. Nissim's office at (602) 933-0198 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lahav Nissim have?
Dr. Lahav Nissim is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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