Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nickell, Urologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kevin Nickell, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Nickell graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Urology; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Nickell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nickell’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nickell’s office at (713) 771-9224.
Where did Dr. Nickell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Urology; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery | Baylor College Of Medicine | Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Nickell board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Nickell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Nickell speak?
Dr. Nickell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Nickell typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Nickell 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. Nickell. 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:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Chronic Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Chronic Cystitis
- Long-term Bladder Infection
- Persistent Bladder Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3020: Other chronic cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Personal History of Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Past bladder cancer
- Previous urinary bladder malignancy
- History of bladder tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Nickell typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Nickell 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. Nickell. 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:
- Prostate Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Prostate
- Punch Biopsy of Prostate
- Prostate Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach
Also known as:
- Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
- Prostate Spacer Injection
- Periprostatic Injection
- Biodegradable Prostate Implant
- Prostate Radiation Protection Injection
CPT Codes:
- 55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
- Prostate fiducial marker insertion
- Radiation therapy guidance markers
- Prostate dosimeter placement
- Needle placement for prostate radiation
CPT Codes:
- 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- ESWL
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Does Dr. Nickell accept my insurance?
Dr. Nickell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 771-9224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nickell accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Nickell in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nickell's office located?
Dr. Kevin Nickell's Primary Practice
7777 Southwest Fwy Ste 1032
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 771-9224
What is Dr. Nickell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nickell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053388785.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nickell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nickell
What is Dr. Kevin Nickell's specialty?
Dr. Nickell is a Urologist near Houston, TX.
What does an Urologist do?
A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.
Is this Dr. Kevin Nickell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nickell is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital 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 Kevin Nickell accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Nickell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Nickell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nickell's office at (713) 771-9224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Nickell?
Please contact Dr. Nickell's office at (713) 771-9224 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Nickell have?
Dr. Kevin Nickell is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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