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55 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nickman, Psychiatrist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Steven Nickman, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 55 years and is board certified. Dr. Nickman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nickman’s office at (617) 726-2724.
Is Dr. Nickman board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Nickman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Nickman speak?
Dr. Nickman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Nickman typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Nickman 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. Nickman. 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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Mixed Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Mixed bipolar state
- Mixed features in bipolar
- Simultaneous mania and depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3160: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Nickman typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Nickman may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Nickman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nickman accept my insurance?
Dr. Nickman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-2724 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nickman accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Nickman in Boston, MA 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 Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Point32Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nickman's office located?
What is Dr. Nickman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nickman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104881432.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nickman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nickman
What is Dr. Steven Nickman's specialty?
Dr. Nickman is a Psychiatrist near Boston, MA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Steven Nickman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nickman is affiliated with Massachusetts General 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 Steven Nickman accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Nickman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Nickman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nickman's office at (617) 726-2724 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Nickman?
Please contact Dr. Nickman's office at (617) 726-2724 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Nickman have?
Dr. Steven Nickman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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Connect with DR. Nickman
Yaw 6900 Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
55 Fruit St
Boston, MA 02114