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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nika, Family Medicine Specialist in Rockton, IL?
Dr. Vasil Nika, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rockton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Nika graduated from University of Medicine of Tirana (UMT) and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Med-Rockford, Family Practice. Dr. Nika is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nika’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nika’s office at (815) 624-2644.
Where did Dr. Nika go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Med-Rockford, Family Practice
Medical School: University of Tiranes, Fac of Med, Tirana, Albania | University of Medicine of Tirana (UMT)
What languages does Dr. Nika speak?
Dr. Nika and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Nika treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nika 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. Nika. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
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:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle condition
- Muscle problem
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M629: Disorder of muscle, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Which procedures does Dr. Nika perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vasil Nika may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nika's office.
Does Dr. Nika accept my insurance?
Dr. Nika accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 624-2644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nika accept in Rockton, IL?
Dr. Nika in Rockton, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nika's office located?
What is Dr. Nika's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nika's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811987886.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nika?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nika
What is Dr. Vasil Nika's specialty?
Dr. Nika is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rockton, IL. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Nika to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vasil Nika affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nika is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Saint Anthony Medical Center, Uw Health Swedishamerican 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Vasil Nika accepting new patients in Rockton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Vasil Nika is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vasil Nika offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nika's office at (815) 624-2644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vasil Nika?
Please contact Dr. Nika's office at (815) 624-2644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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