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51 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nieri, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Sun City, AZ?
Dr. Walter Nieri, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sun City, AZ. He has been practicing for over 51 years. Dr. Nieri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nieri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nieri’s office.
What languages does Dr. Nieri speak?
Dr. Nieri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nieri typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nieri 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. Nieri. 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Dementia
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Multi-infarct dementia
- Cognitive decline from vascular issues
- Dementia due to blood vessel problems
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0150: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nieri typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Nieri may include:
Please contact Dr. Nieri's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nieri accept my insurance?
Dr. Nieri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nieri accept in Sun City, AZ?
Dr. Nieri in Sun City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nieri's office located?
What is Dr. Nieri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nieri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265488258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nieri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nieri
What is Dr. Walter Nieri's specialty?
Dr. Nieri is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Sun City, AZ.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Walter Nieri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nieri is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Walter Nieri accepting new patients in Sun City, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Walter Nieri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Nieri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nieri's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Nieri?
Please contact Dr. Nieri's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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10515 W Santa Fe Dr
Sun City, AZ 85351