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Dr. Nicholas Piantanida, MD
Colorado Springs, CO
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Piantanida, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Nicholas Piantanida, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Piantanida completed his residency at Dewitt Army Comm Hosp, Family Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Piantanida is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Piantanida’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Piantanida’s office at (719) 633-5515.
Where did Dr. Piantanida go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dewitt Army Comm Hosp, Family Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
Is Dr. Piantanida board certified as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Piantanida, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Piantanida speak?
Dr. Piantanida and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Piantanida treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Piantanida 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. Piantanida. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Which procedures does Dr. Piantanida perform as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Piantanida may include:
- Certified Medical Examination for Athlete
- Exercise Counseling
- Platelet Rich Plasma Procedure
- Pre-Sports Evaluation
- Pre-Sports Physical
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Concussion
- Sports Injury Prevention
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Piantanida's office.
Does Dr. Piantanida accept my insurance?
Dr. Piantanida accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 633-5515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Piantanida accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Piantanida in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Piantanida's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Piantanida's Primary Practice
175 S Union Blvd Ste 350
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
(719) 633-5515
Dr. Nicholas Piantanida's Practice 3
5825 Delmonico Dr Ste 100
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
What is Dr. Piantanida's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Piantanida's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437132859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Piantanida?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Piantanida
What is Dr. Nicholas Piantanida's specialty?
Dr. Piantanida is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Colorado Springs, CO. A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care. Contact Dr. Piantanida to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Piantanida affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Piantanida is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central, Uchealth Pikes Peak Regional Hospital, Uchealth Grandview Hospital, Commonspirit - Penrose Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?
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Is Nicholas Piantanida accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Piantanida is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Piantanida offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Piantanida's office at (719) 633-5515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Piantanida?
Please contact Dr. Piantanida's office at (719) 633-5515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Piantanida have?
Dr. Nicholas Piantanida is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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