Dr. Frederic Nicola, MD
Orthopedic Surgery•Male•Age 71
Edward Carden MD Inc.
13160 Mindanao Way Ste 300 Marina Del Rey, CA 90292Make an Appointment
Show Phone NumberDr. Frederic Nicola, MD is a Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Marina Del Rey, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush Medical College Of Rush University medical school in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities Cedars - Sinai Medical Center and Cedars Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Nicola to book an appointment.
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
Board Certifications
- Orthopedic Surgery
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Memberships & Affiliations
- California Orthopaedic Association, Member
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Dr. Frederic Nicola, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Nicola frequently treats Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear), Osteoarthritis of Knee, and Musculoskeletal Function Test. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Nicola treats.
Where is Dr. Frederic Nicola, MD's office located?
Dr. Nicola's office is located at 13160 Mindanao Way Ste 300, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages does Dr. Frederic Nicola, MD speak?
Dr. Nicola speaks Spanish and English. View profile to see all.
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Dr. Nicola's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Nicola treats Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear) more than 71% of his peers
Dr. Nicola treats this condition more than 71% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Nicola treats Osteoarthritis of Knee more than 71% of his peers
Dr. Nicola treats this condition more than 71% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Nicola performs Musculoskeletal Function Test more than 70% of his peers
Dr. Nicola performs this procedure more than 70% of his peers
Dr. Nicola's conditions and procedures:
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
- ACL Surgery
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
- Arthritis of the Ankle
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthroscopic Joint Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
- Articular Cartilage Repair
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Back Pain
- Bone Disorders
- Broken Arm
- Bursitis
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pelvic Pain
- Clavicle Fracture
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- De Quervain's Disease
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Elbow Bursitis
- Elbow Injuries
- Elbow Sprain
- Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
- Foot Conditions
- Foot Fracture
- Fracture
- Fracture Care
- Gait Abnormality
- Glenoid Labrum Tear
- Hammer Toe
- Hand Conditions
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
- Hip Sprain
- Internal Derangement of Knee
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Joint Drainage
- Joint Pain
- Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Cartilage Repair
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Sprain
- Knee Surgery
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
- Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
- Limb Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Meniscus Surgery
- Musculoskeletal Function Test
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
- Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Runner's Knee
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Disorders
- Spondylitis
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stem Cell Therapy
- Steroid Injection
- Systemic Chondromalacia
- Tibia and Fibula Fractures
- Trigger Point Injection
- Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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Dr. Nicola accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Advantage
- Aetna POS
- Aetna PPO
- Choice
- Choice Plus POS II
- Choice POS
- Choice POS II
- Choice PPO
- Elect Choice
- Open Choice
- Open Choice POS
- Open Choice PPO
- Anthem
- $0 Cost Share AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual Via Exchange)-CA EPO
- Advantage-CA PPO
- Balanced (Prudent Buyer)-CA PPO
- Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Individual-CA PPO
- Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Large Group-CA PPO
- Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Small Group-CA PPO
- Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Student Health-CA PPO
- Bronze (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Bronze 60 D EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
- Bronze 60 D HDHP (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA EPO
- Bronze 60 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Bronze 60 EPO AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Bronze 60 HDHP (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA EPO
- Bronze 60 HDHP AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA EPO
- Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
- Bronze Pathway EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
- Bronze Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Bronze Select w/ H.S.A (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Bronze w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer PPO/Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Dignity Health EPO / PPO-CA
- Dignity Health PHC EPO & HDP/HSA-CA
- Dignity Health Ventura EPO/PPO-CA
- EPO-CA
- Gold (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Gold 80 D EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
- Gold 80 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Gold 80 EPO AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Gold Advantage-CA PPO
- Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
- Gold Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Lumenos Plans-CA PPO
- Major Risk Medical Insurance Program (MRMIP) - Prudent Buyer-CA PPO
- MemorialCare Custom-CA PPO
- Minimum Coverage D EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
- Minimum Coverage EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Pathway X - EPO Network-CA
- PERS Choice / PERSCare Providers-CA PPO
- Platinum (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Platinum 90 D EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
- Platinum 90 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Platinum 90 EPO AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Platinum Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Select (PERS Select Providers)-CA PPO
- Select PPO (Select Network)-CA PPO
- Select-CA PPO
- Silver (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Silver 70 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Silver 70 EPO AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Silver 70 EPO Off Exchange-CA
- Silver 73 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Silver 87 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Silver 94 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
- Silver Advantage-CA PPO
- Silver EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
- Silver EPO w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer/Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Silver Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Silver Select w/ H.S.A (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Silver w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer PPO/Small Grp)-CA PPO
- Tenet Network-CA PPO
- Traditional
- Traditional PPO
- UC Care-CA PPO
- UC CORE-CA PPO
- UC Health Savings Plan-CA
- UC High Option Supplement to Medicare-CA
- UC Medicare with Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
- UC Medicare without Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
- UC Resident and Fellows-CA PPO
- UCSHIP-CA PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Anthem Blue Cross PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
- Select PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna POS
- Cigna PPO
- Great West Healthcare-Cigna POS
- LocalPlus
- Network Open Access
- Open Access Plus
- Community Health Choice
- Medicaid
- Coventry Health Care
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Worker's Compensation WC
- Health Net
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice PPO
- Tricare
- Medicare
- Medicare of California PPO
- Motion Picture Industry Health Plan
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan Admar PPO
- MultiPlan Formost PPO
- MultiPlan PPO
- MultiPlan Wellmark PPO
- PHCS Network POS
- PHCS Network PPO
- PHCS Open Access PPO
- Worker's Compensation WC
- Tricare
- Prime
- Standard
- TriCare for Life
- UnitedHealthCare
- Choice Plus POS
- Choice Plus PPO
- Empire Plan
- Golden Rule POS
- Golden Rule PPO
- Medicaid
- Options PPO
- PacifiCare
- PacifiCare California POS
- PacifiCare California PPO
- PacifiCare PPO
- United Healthcare
- Worker's Compensation WC
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.79% Patient Experience Rating, 10% higher than the national average
24 Awards Received
Award Highlight: America's 50 Best Hospitals Award™ (2021)
69% Patient Experience Rating, Equal to the national average
3 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2021)
Compare with other Orthopedic Surgery Specialists
Compare Dr. Nicola with our nearby Orthopedic Surgery Specialists at West Hills Hospital & Medical Center.
Make an appointment at West Hills Hospital & Medical Center today at (818) 877-7153.
These providers are on the medical staff of West Hills Hospital & Medical Center.
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