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Dr. Michael Nisco, MD
Orange, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nisco, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Michael Nisco, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Nisco completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Comm Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Nisco is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nisco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nisco’s office at (714) 456-7890.
Where did Dr. Nisco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Comm Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca
Is Dr. Nisco board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Nisco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nisco speak?
Dr. Nisco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nisco treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nisco 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. Nisco. 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:
- Pain
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
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
Which procedures does Dr. Nisco perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Nisco may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nisco's office.
Does Dr. Nisco accept my insurance?
Dr. Nisco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-7890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nisco accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Nisco in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nisco's office located?
What is Dr. Nisco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nisco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538159124.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nisco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nisco
What is Dr. Michael Nisco's specialty?
Dr. Nisco is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Orange, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Nisco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Nisco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nisco is affiliated with Uci 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
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Is Michael Nisco accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Nisco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Nisco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nisco's office at (714) 456-7890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Nisco?
Please contact Dr. Nisco's office at (714) 456-7890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Nisco have?
Dr. Michael Nisco is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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