Summary

Hand surgery is the focus of Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman's practice, bringing 27 years of experience to orthopedic surgery and hand surgery in Omaha, Nebraska. He treats arm fractures, wrist fractures, and osteoarthritis, and performs extremity X-rays. Dr. Bruggeman is affiliated with Orthonebraska Hospital and earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. He sees patients in English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Bruggeman 3.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 27 years of experience
  • 66 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Nicholas B Bruggeman has 2 locations

Orthonebraska

2725 S 144th St Ste 110 # 212Omaha, NE 68144
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Orthonebraska Hospital

2808 S 143rd PlzOmaha, NE 68144

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Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nicholas B Bruggeman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • APWU
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareOregon
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - Medicare
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Net - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthSmart - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nicholas B Bruggeman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nicholas B Bruggeman has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hand Surgery
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Nicholas B Bruggeman holds an expired medical license in the state of Nebraska.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Nebraska that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Bruggeman's NPI number is 1497722763.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman affiliated with?
Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman is affiliated with Orthonebraska Hospital.
Does Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman accepting new patients?
Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman speak?
Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman speaks English and Spanish.

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