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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicholas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Thibodaux, LA?
Dr. Blainey Nicholas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Thibodaux, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Nicholas graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane University School Of Med. Dr. Nicholas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholas’s office at (504) 837-8000.
Where did Dr. Nicholas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane University School Of Med
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nicholas speak?
Dr. Nicholas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nicholas typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nicholas 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. Nicholas. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
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
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nicholas typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Blainey Nicholas may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Nicholas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nicholas accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 837-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholas accept in Thibodaux, LA?
Dr. Nicholas in Thibodaux, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nicholas' office located?
Dr. Blainey Nicholas' Primary Practice
602 N Acadia Rd
Thibodaux, LA 70301
(504) 837-8000
What is Dr. Nicholas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306870001.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicholas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicholas
What is Dr. Blainey Nicholas's specialty?
Dr. Nicholas is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Thibodaux, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Blainey Nicholas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Iberia Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Blainey Nicholas accepting new patients in Thibodaux, LA?
Yes, Dr. Blainey Nicholas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blainey Nicholas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nicholas's office at (504) 837-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Blainey Nicholas?
Please contact Dr. Nicholas's office at (504) 837-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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