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Dr. Robin Nicholson, MD

Dr. Robin Nicholson, MD

Bellingham, WA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nicholson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Robin Nicholson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nicholson graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed her residency at University Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nicholson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholson’s office at (360) 734-5400.

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

    • Residency: University Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Arizona Health Sciences Center | University Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nicholson board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Robin Nicholson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Emergency Medicine since 1991

    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 a Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Which procedures does Dr. Nicholson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robin Nicholson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nicholson's office.

    Does Dr. Nicholson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nicholson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 734-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholson accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Nicholson in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Centene

    • Community Health Plan of Washington

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nicholson's office located?

    Dr. Robin Nicholson's Primary Practice

    2901 Squalicum Pkwy

    Bellingham, WA 98225

    (360) 734-5400

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    Dr. Robin Nicholson's Practice 2

    401 W Poplar St

    Walla Walla, WA 99362

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    Dr. Robin Nicholson's Practice 3

    1717 S J St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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    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 1912943382.

    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. Robin Nicholson's specialty?

    Dr. Nicholson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bellingham, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Nicholson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robin Nicholson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholson is affiliated with Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Robin Nicholson accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Robin Nicholson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robin Nicholson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (360) 734-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robin Nicholson?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (360) 734-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robin Nicholson have?

    Dr. Robin Nicholson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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