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Dr. David Nicolaou, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Traverse City, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nicolaou, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Traverse City, MI?

    Dr. David Nicolaou, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Traverse City, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nicolaou completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nicolaou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicolaou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicolaou’s office.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Nicolaou board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Nicolaou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nicolaou speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nicolaou typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nicolaou 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. Nicolaou. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Novel Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nicolaou typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Nicolaou may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nicolaou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nicolaou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nicolaou accept in Traverse City, MI?

    Dr. Nicolaou in Traverse City, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Forest County-Potaw Community (WI)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Nicolaou's office located?

    Dr. David Nicolaou's Primary Practice

    1105 Sixth St

    Traverse City, MI 49684

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    Dr. David Nicolaou's Practice 2

    550 Munson Ave

    Traverse City, MI 49686

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    Dr. David Nicolaou's Practice 3

    224 Park Ave

    Frankfort, MI 49635

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nicolaou affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nicolaou has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital,Frankfort, MI
    Kalkaska Memorial Health Center,Kalkaska, MI
    Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital,Cadillac, MI

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

    Dr. Nicolaou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184676181.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicolaou?

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

    What is Dr. David Nicolaou's specialty?

    Dr. Nicolaou is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Traverse City, MI.

    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 Dr. David Nicolaou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nicolaou is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Manistee 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. David Nicolaou accepting new patients in Traverse City, MI?

    Yes, Dr. David Nicolaou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Nicolaou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nicolaou's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Nicolaou?

    Please contact Dr. Nicolaou's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nicolaou's office located?

    Dr. Nicolaou's offices are located in Traverse City, MI and Frankfort, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Nicolaou have?

    Dr. David Nicolaou is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.