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Dr. Ralph Nimchan, MD

Laredo, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nimchan, Specialist in Laredo, TX?

    Dr. Ralph Nimchan, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nimchan graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Bridgeport Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nimchan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nimchan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nimchan’s office at (956) 723-0462.

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

    • Residency: Bridgeport Hosp, Internal Medicine | Bridgeport Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of West Indies- Fac Med Sci- Kingston- Jamaica | University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences

    Is Dr. Nimchan board certified in Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Nimchan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nimchan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nimchan treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Nimchan 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. Nimchan. 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Does Dr. Nimchan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nimchan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 723-0462 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nimchan accept in Laredo, TX?

    Dr. Nimchan in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nimchan's office located?

    Dr. Ralph Nimchan's Primary Practice

    6801 McPherson Rd Ste 226

    Laredo, TX 78041

    (956) 723-0462

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

    Dr. Nimchan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245211754.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nimchan?

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

    What is Dr. Ralph Nimchan's specialty?

    Dr. Nimchan is a Specialist near Laredo, TX. Contact Dr. Nimchan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ralph Nimchan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nimchan is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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

    Where can I learn more about Specialist?

    Explore Specialist with 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 Ralph Nimchan accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Nimchan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ralph Nimchan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nimchan's office at (956) 723-0462 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ralph Nimchan?

    Please contact Dr. Nimchan's office at (956) 723-0462 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Nimchan have?

    Dr. Ralph Nimchan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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