20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nissan, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. George Nissan, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Nissan graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Nissan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nissan’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nissan’s office at (214) 820-9272.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nissan?
Dr. George Nissan, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nissan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Headache, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago, IL community, Dr. Nissan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nissan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
What languages does Dr. Nissan speak?
Dr. Nissan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nissan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nissan 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. Nissan. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Common migraine
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Jaw Muscle Pain
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Mastication Muscle Pain
- TMJ Pain
- Jaw Ache
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7911: Myalgia of mastication muscle
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nissan typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Nissan 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. Nissan. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- SPG Block
- Nasal Ganglion Block
- Headache Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Injection
- Facial Nerve Block
- Ophthalmic Nerve Block
- Maxillary Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64505: Injection, anesthetic agent; sphenopalatine ganglion
- 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Facial Nerve Pain Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Ablation
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Neurolytic Block
CPT Codes:
- 64600: Destruction by neurolytic agent, trigeminal nerve; supraorbital, infraorbital, mental, or inferior alveolar branch
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Nissan accept my insurance?
Dr. Nissan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 820-9272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nissan accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nissan in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nissan's office located?
Dr. George Nissan's Primary Practice
1460 N Halsted St Ste 501
Chicago, IL 60642
(214) 820-9272
What is Dr. Nissan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nissan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245222033.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nissan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nissan
What is Dr. George Nissan's specialty?
Dr. Nissan is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. George Nissan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nissan is affiliated with Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Resurrection Medical Center, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital 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 George Nissan accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. George Nissan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Nissan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nissan's office at (214) 820-9272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Nissan?
Please contact Dr. Nissan's office at (214) 820-9272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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