Dr. Dean J Nickles

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 49+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Dean J Nickles, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Hayward, California. He attended and graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 1975, having over 49 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Camp, Eden Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center. Dr. Dean J Nickles also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Healthcare Alliance. Dr. Dean J Nickles accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Dean J Nickles at 27212 Calaroga Ave to request Dr. Dean J Nickles the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 27212 Calaroga Ave
Hayward, CA 94545-4339
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Dean J Nickles
Gender Male
PECOS ID 9436139136
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 49 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Dean J Nickles attended and graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 1975.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1255390050
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Dean J Nickles

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Dean J Nickles has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 49 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    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.
  • Internal Medicine / Critical Care Medicine
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    Critical Care Medicine
    An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • University Healthcare Alliance


Practice Locations

27212 Calaroga Ave
Hayward, CA 94545-4339
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, October 8, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, April 15, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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