Dr. James Nicolai, MD
Tucson, AZ
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicolai, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. James Nicolai, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Nicolai graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Francis Hosp & Hlth Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Nicolai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicolai’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicolai’s office at (520) 537-2245.
Where did Dr. Nicolai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Francis Hosp & Hlth Ctr, Family Medicine | St Francis Hospital and Health Center
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Nicolai board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Nicolai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nicolai speak?
Dr. Nicolai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nicolai treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nicolai 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. Nicolai. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
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 Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
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:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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
Which procedures does Dr. Nicolai 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. James Nicolai 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. Nicolai's office.
Does Dr. Nicolai accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicolai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 537-2245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicolai accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Nicolai in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Mercy Care Plan
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nicolai's office located?
What is Dr. Nicolai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicolai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811979883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicolai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicolai
What is Dr. James Nicolai's specialty?
Dr. Nicolai is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Nicolai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Nicolai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicolai is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az 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 James Nicolai accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. James Nicolai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Nicolai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nicolai's office at (520) 537-2245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Nicolai?
Please contact Dr. Nicolai's office at (520) 537-2245 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Nicolai have?
Dr. James Nicolai is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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