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Dr. Jillian Nickelsen, MD

Durango, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nickelsen, Hospitalist in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Jillian Nickelsen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Durango, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nickelsen graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nickelsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nickelsen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nickelsen’s office at (970) 247-4311.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of Utah | University of Utah Program

    • Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nickelsen board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Jillian Nickelsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nickelsen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nickelsen treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nickelsen 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. Nickelsen. 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:

    • 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Nickelsen perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jillian Nickelsen may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nickelsen's office.

    Does Dr. Nickelsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nickelsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 247-4311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nickelsen accept in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Nickelsen in Durango, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nickelsen's office located?

    Dr. Jillian Nickelsen's Primary Practice

    1010 Three Springs Blvd

    Durango, CO 81301

    (970) 247-4311

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    Dr. Jillian Nickelsen's Practice 2

    1800 E 3rd Ave Ste 109

    Durango, CO 81301

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    Dr. Jillian Nickelsen's Practice 3

    95 S Pagosa Blvd

    Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

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

    Dr. Nickelsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265406615.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nickelsen?

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

    What is Dr. Jillian Nickelsen's specialty?

    Dr. Nickelsen is a Hospitalist near Durango, CO. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Nickelsen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jillian Nickelsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nickelsen is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Mercy Hospital, Southwest Health System - Cortez 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Jillian Nickelsen accepting new patients in Durango, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Jillian Nickelsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jillian Nickelsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nickelsen's office at (970) 247-4311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jillian Nickelsen?

    Please contact Dr. Nickelsen's office at (970) 247-4311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jillian Nickelsen have?

    Dr. Jillian Nickelsen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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