RN
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Specialist like Dr. Nimchan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Cigna Group
Medicare
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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
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.
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
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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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