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Dr. Christopher Nicholson, MD

Savannah, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nicholson, Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Christopher Nicholson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nicholson graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Nicholson is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholson’s office at (912) 644-5300.

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

    • Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nicholson speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nicholson treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nicholson 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. Nicholson. 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
    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Left Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot
    • M79672: Pain in left foot

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Strain
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled Achilles tendon
    • Achilles tendon overstretch
    • Heel cord strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S86011A: Strain of right Achilles tendon, initial encounter
    • S86012A: Strain of left Achilles tendon, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    What procedures does Dr. Nicholson perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nicholson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nicholson. 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:

    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
    • Tarsal Tunnel Release
    • Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
    • Hallux Valgus Correction
    • Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
    • Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
    • Posterior Tibial Nerve Decompression
    • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery
    • Nerve Release in Foot
    • Foot Nerve Decompression
    • Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
    • Big toe joint debridement
    • First MTP joint release

    CPT Codes:

    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
    • 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
    • 28035: Release, tarsal tunnel (posterior tibial nerve decompression)
    • 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Repair
    • Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
    • Open Achilles Repair
    • Percutaneous Achilles Repair
    • Heel Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Great Toe Arthrodesis
    • MTP Joint Fusion
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery
    • Hallux Rigidus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Lengthening
    • Foot Bone Shortening
    • Foot Bone Angle Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each

    Also known as:

    • Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
    • Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
    • Metatarsal Fixation
    • Broken Foot Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle debridement
    • Ankle scope surgery
    • Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
    • Tibiotalar joint debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Does Dr. Nicholson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nicholson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 644-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholson accept in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Nicholson in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nicholson's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Nicholson's Primary Practice

    210 E Derenne Ave

    Savannah, GA 31405

    (912) 644-5300

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    Dr. Christopher Nicholson's Practice 2

    821 S Main St Ste C

    Baxley, GA 31513

    (912) 705-8040

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    Dr. Christopher Nicholson's Practice 3

    209 Mims Rd # A

    Sylvania, GA 30467

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

    Dr. Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821071044.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicholson?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Nicholson's specialty?

    Dr. Nicholson is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Savannah, GA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Nicholson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Nicholson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholson is affiliated with Optim Medical Center - Tattnall, Candler Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Coastal Carolina Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Christopher Nicholson accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Nicholson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Nicholson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (912) 644-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Nicholson?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (912) 644-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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