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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicolazzo, Anesthesiologist in Valencia, CA?
Dr. Peter Nicolazzo, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Valencia, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Nicolazzo graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Anesthesiology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Nicolazzo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicolazzo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicolazzo’s office at (661) 253-8000.
Where did Dr. Nicolazzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Anesthesiology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Massachusetts Program
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Nicolazzo board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Nicolazzo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Nicolazzo speak?
Dr. Nicolazzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nicolazzo typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nicolazzo 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. Nicolazzo. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nicolazzo typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nicolazzo 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. Nicolazzo. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Axillary Nerve Block Injection
- Armpit nerve block
- Axillary nerve pain injection
- Shoulder nerve block
- Guided nerve injection
CPT Codes:
- 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Nicolazzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicolazzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 253-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicolazzo accept in Valencia, CA?
Dr. Nicolazzo in Valencia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nicolazzo's office located?
Dr. Peter Nicolazzo's Primary Practice
23845 McBean Pkwy
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 253-8000
What is Dr. Nicolazzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicolazzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275509101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicolazzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicolazzo
What is Dr. Peter Nicolazzo's specialty?
Dr. Nicolazzo is a Anesthesiologist near Valencia, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Peter Nicolazzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicolazzo is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Peter Nicolazzo accepting new patients in Valencia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Nicolazzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Nicolazzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nicolazzo's office at (661) 253-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Nicolazzo?
Please contact Dr. Nicolazzo's office at (661) 253-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Nicolazzo have?
Dr. Peter Nicolazzo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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