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Dr. Peter Nishan, MD

Greensboro, NC

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nishan, Cardiologist in Greensboro, NC?

    Dr. Peter Nishan, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Greensboro, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Nishan graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nishan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nishan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nishan’s office at (336) 547-1700.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine | Mount Auburn Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts Med School

    What languages does Dr. Nishan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nishan treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Nishan 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. Nishan. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6389: Other cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Nishan perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Nishan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nishan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nishan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 547-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nishan accept in Greensboro, NC?

    Dr. Nishan in Greensboro, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Medicare

    • Peak

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nishan's office located?

    Dr. Peter Nishan's Primary Practice

    1126 N Church St Ste 300

    Greensboro, NC 27401

    (336) 547-1700

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    Dr. Peter Nishan's Practice 2

    520 N Elam Ave

    Greensboro, NC 27403

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    Dr. Peter Nishan's Practice 3

    1240 Huffman Mill Rd

    Burlington, NC 27215

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

    Dr. Nishan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407810435.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nishan?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Nishan's specialty?

    Dr. Nishan is a Cardiologist near Greensboro, NC. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Nishan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Nishan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nishan is affiliated with Moses H Cone Memorial 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 Peter Nishan accepting new patients in Greensboro, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Nishan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Nishan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nishan's office at (336) 547-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Nishan?

    Please contact Dr. Nishan's office at (336) 547-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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