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Dr. Sarah Nicklin, MD

Dr. Sarah Nicklin, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nicklin, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Sarah Nicklin, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nicklin graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed her residency at St Francis Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Nicklin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicklin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicklin’s office at (610) 969-0100.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

    Is Dr. Nicklin board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Nicklin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nicklin speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nicklin typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nicklin 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. Nicklin. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nicklin typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Nicklin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nicklin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nicklin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 969-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nicklin accept in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Nicklin in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Nicklin's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Nicklin's Primary Practice

    1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd Fl 1

    Allentown, PA 18103

    (610) 969-0100

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    Dr. Sarah Nicklin's Practice 2

    2166 S 12th St

    Allentown, PA 18103

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    Dr. Sarah Nicklin's Practice 3

    5 Morgan Hwy Ste 7

    Scranton, PA 18508

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

    Dr. Nicklin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689603565.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicklin?

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

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Sarah Nicklin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nicklin is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family 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 Dr. Sarah Nicklin accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Nicklin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Nicklin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nicklin's office at (610) 969-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Nicklin?

    Please contact Dr. Nicklin's office at (610) 969-0100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nicklin's office located?

    Dr. Nicklin's offices are located in Allentown, PA and Scranton, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Nicklin have?

    Dr. Sarah Nicklin is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.