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Who is Dr. Nixon, Internist in Sylva, NC?
Dr. Russell Nixon, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sylva, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nixon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nixon’s office at (828) 586-8971.
What languages does Dr. Nixon speak?
Dr. Nixon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nixon treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Nixon 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. Nixon. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Incomplete Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Partial lumbar spinal cord damage
- Lumbar spinal cord partial injury
- Incomplete SCI lower back
ICD-10 Codes:
- S34129D: Incomplete lesion of unspecified level of lumbar spinal cord, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Nixon perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Russell Nixon 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nixon's office.
Does Dr. Nixon accept my insurance?
Dr. Nixon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 586-8971 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nixon accept in Sylva, NC?
Dr. Nixon in Sylva, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
State of Nevada
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Where is Dr. Nixon's office located?
What is Dr. Nixon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nixon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902863459.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nixon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nixon
What is Dr. Russell Nixon's specialty?
Dr. Nixon is a Internist near Sylva, NC.
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.
Contact Dr. Nixon to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Russell Nixon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nixon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salem Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Russell Nixon accepting new patients in Sylva, NC?
Yes, Dr. Russell Nixon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Nixon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nixon's office at (828) 586-8971 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Nixon?
Please contact Dr. Nixon's office at (828) 586-8971 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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