Summary

Dr. Nickerson's clinical interests are in general rheumatology, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, vasculitis and differential diagnosis. She has a background in both basic immunology and clinical rheumatology.
She is a member of the Academy of Clinical Excellence and the Apgar Academy of Educators.  She has twice been awarded the Charles W. Bohmfalk Award for Distinguished Contributions to Teaching.  She has been listed multiple years as one of New York Magazine’s Best Doctors in New York and as well as a Best Doctor in America.

Office Location

CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

161 Fort Washington AveNew York, NY 10032
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 45 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine G Nickerson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Amida Care
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Katherine G Nickerson has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Katherine G Nickerson has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Presbyterian Hospital

Medical School

University Of California San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Katherine Nickerson accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Nickerson?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Katherine Nickerson affiliated with?
Dr. Katherine Nickerson is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

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