Summary

Dr. George Nikias specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system disorders and conditions. He completed his residency at North Shore University Hospital-Manhasset in 1992 and went on to pursue fellowship training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, finishing in 1995. Dr. Nikias holds board certification in gastroenterology from the American Board of Internal Medicine, which he earned in 1995. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Nikias practices at Hackensack Gastroenterology Associates in River Edge, New Jersey. He treats conditions such as Barrett's esophagus, abdominal pain, and ascites. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, upper endoscopies, and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive health issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • North Shore University Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

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4.6 
37 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
River Edge , NJNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NY
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University of Toledo Med School: State University of New York Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by George A Nikias

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Clover Health
  • Consolidated Health Plans
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Health New England
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Medicare
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

George A Nikias has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

George A Nikias has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Ultrasonic Endoscopy (EUS)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

George A Nikias holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at North Shore University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1989.

NPI Number

George A Nikias' NPI number is 1679585236.

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George A Nikias's office is located at 130 Kinderkamack Rd, River Edge, NJ, 07661.

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