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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicholas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. James Nicholas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Nicholas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholas’s office at (412) 367-3278.
Where did Dr. Nicholas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus
What languages does Dr. Nicholas speak?
Dr. Nicholas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nicholas typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nicholas 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. Nicholas. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Bacterial Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
- Bacterial Disease Contact
- Suspected Bacterial Infection
- Exposure to Bacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
- Z20818: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other bacterial communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nicholas typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Nicholas may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Nicholas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nicholas accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 367-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholas accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Nicholas in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Martin's Point
Medicare
Point32Health
Risant Health
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Nicholas' office located?
Dr. James Nicholas' Primary Practice
7219 McKnight Rd Ste F
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 367-3278
Medexpress Urgent Care Wilkins Twp William Penn
3433 William Penn Hwy
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
What is Dr. Nicholas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417908195.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicholas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicholas
What is Dr. James Nicholas's specialty?
Dr. Nicholas is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. James Nicholas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Nicholas accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. James Nicholas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Nicholas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nicholas's office at (412) 367-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Nicholas?
Please contact Dr. Nicholas's office at (412) 367-3278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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