Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicholson, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. James Nicholson, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in East Setauket, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nicholson graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine. Dr. Nicholson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholson’s office at (631) 444-4233.
Where did Dr. Nicholson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Nicholson board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Nicholson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nicholson speak?
Dr. Nicholson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nicholson treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nicholson 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. Nicholson. 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.
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having an Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee replacement
- Knee prosthesis
- Artificial knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96659: Presence of unspecified artificial knee joint
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does Dr. Nicholson perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nicholson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nicholson. 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.
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Nicholson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-4233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholson accept in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Nicholson in East Setauket, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Nicholson's office located?
Dr. James Nicholson's Primary Practice
14 Technology Dr
East Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 444-4233
What is Dr. Nicholson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043251655.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicholson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicholson
What is Dr. James Nicholson's specialty?
Dr. Nicholson is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near East Setauket, NY. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Nicholson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Nicholson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicholson is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital, Mather Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical 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
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Is James Nicholson accepting new patients in East Setauket, NY?
Yes, Dr. James Nicholson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Nicholson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (631) 444-4233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Nicholson?
Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (631) 444-4233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Nicholson have?
Dr. James Nicholson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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