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Dr. Oscar Nicholson, MD

Surgeon

Cleveland Heights, OH

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nicholson, Surgeon in Cleveland Heights, OH?

    Dr. Oscar Nicholson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cleveland Heights, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Nicholson is currently affiliated with St Vincent Hospital. Dr. Nicholson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholson’s office at (216) 691-0028.

    What languages does Dr. Nicholson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Nicholson typically treat?

    As a 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Nicholson typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Oscar Nicholson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nicholson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nicholson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 691-0028 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholson accept in Cleveland Heights, OH?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nicholson's office located?

    Dr. Oscar Nicholson's Primary Practice

    5 Severance Cir Ste 215

    Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

    (216) 691-0028

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    St Vincent Hospital

    2351 E 22nd St

    Cleveland, OH 44115

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    What is Dr. Nicholson's NPI number?A 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 1477539674.

    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. Oscar Nicholson's specialty?

    Dr. Nicholson is a Surgeon near Cleveland Heights, OH.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nicholson is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Uh Geneva Medical Center, Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Hospital, The Medical Center At Bowling Green 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

    When to see a Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Oscar Nicholson accepting new patients in Cleveland Heights, OH?

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

    Does Dr. Oscar Nicholson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (216) 691-0028 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Oscar Nicholson?

    Please contact Dr. Nicholson's office at (216) 691-0028 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nicholson's office located?

    Dr. Nicholson's offices are located in Cleveland Heights, OH and Cleveland, OH.