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Dr. Nikki Waddell, MD

Alexandria, VA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waddell, Internist in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Nikki Waddell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Waddell graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed her residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Waddell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waddell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waddell’s office at (571) 384-6304.

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

    • Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University

    Is Dr. Waddell board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Nikki Waddell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waddell speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Waddell typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Waddell 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. Waddell. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Cessation Counseling
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
    • Smoking cessation counseling
    • Quitting tobacco support
    • Nicotine addiction counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Waddell typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nikki Waddell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Waddell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Waddell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waddell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (571) 384-6304 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waddell accept in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Waddell in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Waddell's office located?

    Dr. Nikki Waddell's Primary Practice

    5901 Kingstowne Village Pkwy Ste 300

    Alexandria, VA 22315

    (571) 384-6304

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    Dr. Nikki Waddell's Practice 2

    4700 King St

    Alexandria, VA 22302

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    Dr. Nikki Waddell's Practice 3

    8101 Hinson Farm Rd

    Alexandria, VA 22306

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nikki Waddell?

    Dr. Waddell has appointments available at her Alexandria, VA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Waddell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Waddell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265456388.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waddell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waddell

    What is Dr. Nikki Waddell's specialty?

    Dr. Waddell is a Internist near Alexandria, VA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Nikki Waddell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waddell is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Ecu Health North Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an 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 Nikki Waddell accepting new patients in Alexandria, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Nikki Waddell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nikki Waddell offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Waddell, or call (571) 384-6304 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Nikki Waddell?

    Please contact Dr. Waddell's office at (571) 384-6304 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nikki Waddell have?

    Dr. Nikki Waddell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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