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Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas, MD

Cytopathologist, Anatomic Pathologist

Cleveland, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas, Cytopathologist in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas’s office at (210) 358-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas speak?

    Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas typically treat?

    As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas 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. Policarpio-Nicolas. 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:

    • Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • ASC-US Pap smear
    • Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
    • Mildly abnormal Pap test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Low-Grade Abnormal Cells on Pap Test (LGSIL)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Abnormal Pap Smear
    • LGSIL Pap Test
    • Mild Cervical Dysplasia
    • Low-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87612: Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of cervix (LGSIL)

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Urine Cell Test
    • Urinalysis
    • Urine and Urination
    • Unusual urine cytology
    • Abnormal urine histology
    • Cells in urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R8289: Other abnormal findings on cytological and histological examination of urine

    What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas typically perform?

    As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas' office located?

    Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas' Primary Practice

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

    (210) 358-4000

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    Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas' Practice 2

    1740 Cleveland Rd

    Wooster, OH 44691

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    Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas' Practice 3

    18901 Lake Shore Blvd # 128

    Euclid, OH 44119

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

    Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245253368.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas's specialty?

    Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas is a Cytopathologist near Cleveland, OH.

    What does a Cytopathologist do?

    A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.

    Is Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran 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 Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas' office at (210) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maria Luisa Policarpio-Nicolas?

    Please contact Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas' office at (210) 358-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas' office located?

    Dr. Policarpio-Nicolas' offices are located in Cleveland, OH, Wooster, OH, and Euclid, OH.