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Dr. Kurt Nilsson, MD

Boise, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nilsson, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Boise, ID?

    Dr. Kurt Nilsson, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nilsson graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Utah Program. Dr. Nilsson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nilsson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nilsson’s office at (208) 383-0201.

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

    • Residency: University of Utah Program

    • Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nilsson board certified as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kurt Nilsson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nilsson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nilsson typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nilsson 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. Nilsson. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    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 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:

    • Frozen Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Adhesive Capsulitis
    • Shoulder Stiffness
    • Stiff Shoulder Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder

    What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nilsson typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nilsson 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. Nilsson. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound
    • Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Bursa Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
    • 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Tendon Injection
    • Ligament Injection
    • Soft Tissue Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Does Dr. Nilsson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nilsson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 383-0201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nilsson accept in Boise, ID?

    Dr. Nilsson in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nilsson's office located?

    Dr. Kurt Nilsson's Primary Practice

    1109 W Myrtle St Ste 200

    Boise, ID 83702

    (208) 383-0201

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    Dr. Kurt Nilsson's Practice 2

    600 N Robbins Rd Ste 100

    Boise, ID 83702

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    Dr. Kurt Nilsson's Practice 3

    2141 E Parkcenter Blvd

    Boise, ID 83706

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

    Dr. Nilsson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477581122.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nilsson?

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

    What is Dr. Kurt Nilsson's specialty?

    Dr. Nilsson is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Boise, ID.

    What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care.

    Is this Dr. Kurt Nilsson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nilsson is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Luke's Nampa 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

    When to see a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Sports 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 Kurt Nilsson accepting new patients in Boise, ID?

    Yes, Dr. Kurt Nilsson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kurt Nilsson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nilsson's office at (208) 383-0201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kurt Nilsson?

    Please contact Dr. Nilsson's office at (208) 383-0201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kurt Nilsson have?

    Dr. Kurt Nilsson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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