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Dr. Nicholas Nissen, MD

Dr. Nicholas Nissen, MD

West Hollywood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nissen, Critical Care Surgeon in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Nicholas Nissen, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Nissen completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center. Dr. Nissen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nissen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nissen’s office at (323) 866-7874.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nissen?

    Dr. Nicholas Nissen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nissen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Liver Cancer, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pancreatic Cancer, Transplant-Liver, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Hollywood, CA community, Dr. Nissen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | UCLA Medical Center

    • Residency: Loyola University Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School

    Is Dr. Nissen board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Nissen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Nissen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Nissen typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Nissen 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. Nissen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cyst
    • Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Cyst on Pancreas
    • Pancreatic Pseudocyst
    • Fluid Sac on Pancreas
    • Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
    • Named Pancreatic Conditions
    • Other Defined Pancreas Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K862: Cyst of pancreas
    • K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Liver
    • Liver Disease
    • Hepatomegaly
    • Swollen liver
    • Liver enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Other benign neuroendocrine growths
    • Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Nissen typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Nissen 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. Nissen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation (Radiofrequency)
    • Radiofrequency ablation of liver tumors
    • RFA liver cancer
    • Laparoscopic liver tumor removal
    • Liver tumor destruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 47370: Laparoscopy, surgical, ablation of 1 or more liver tumor(s); radiofrequency

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Surgery
    • Orthotopic liver transplant
    • Cadaveric liver transplant
    • Living donor liver transplant
    • Liver replacement surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47135: Liver allotransplantation, orthotopic, partial or whole, from cadaver or living donor, any age

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Nissen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nissen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 866-7874 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nissen accept in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Nissen in West Hollywood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nissen's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Nissen's Primary Practice

    8700 Beverly Blvd

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (323) 866-7874

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    Dr. Nicholas Nissen's Practice 2

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Fl 7

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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

    Dr. Nissen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174507099.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nissen?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Nissen's specialty?

    Dr. Nissen is a Critical Care Surgeon near West Hollywood, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is this Dr. Nicholas Nissen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nissen is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 Nicholas Nissen accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Nissen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Nissen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nissen's office at (323) 866-7874 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Nissen?

    Please contact Dr. Nissen's office at (323) 866-7874 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Nissen have?

    Dr. Nicholas Nissen is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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