34 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Nicholls, Internist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Timothy Nicholls, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Nicholls graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nicholls is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicholls’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicholls’s office at (318) 621-2929.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nicholls?
Dr. Timothy Nicholls, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nicholls empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Shreveport, LA community, Dr. Nicholls is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nicholls go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Nicholls board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Nicholls, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nicholls speak?
Dr. Nicholls and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nicholls typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nicholls 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. Nicholls. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nicholls typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy Nicholls may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Nicholls' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nicholls accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholls accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 621-2929 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicholls accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Nicholls in Shreveport, 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
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. Nicholls' office located?
Dr. Timothy Nicholls' Primary Practice
2551 Greenwood Rd Ste 410
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 621-2929
What is Dr. Nicholls's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicholls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457314015.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicholls?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicholls
What is Dr. Timothy Nicholls's specialty?
Dr. Nicholls is a Internist near Shreveport, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.