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Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Cardiac Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
Stanford University School of Medicine (1988)
Professional interests include: empyema, ulcers, epicardial lead placement, and more.
62 West 7th Avenue Suite 110
Spokane, WA 99204

Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD is a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA specializing in cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1988 and has 37 years of experience. Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD is affiliated with Providence, Kadlec Regional Medical Center and PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES-WA.

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Office Locations

62 West 7th Avenue Suite 110
Spokane, WA 99204
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Some issues Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD can help you with:

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

Percutaneous Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC)

Percutaneous left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) is a device implantation procedure that reduces the risk of stroke for patients who have atrial fibrillation, a condition in which the heart beats out of rhythm. Atrial fibrillation causes blood to collect in the left atrial appendage, a small sac located in the top left chamber of the heart. The blood that collects in this appendage can form clots and cause stroke when pumped out of the heart.

To implant the device, a long, flexible tube, called a catheter, is inserted into a large vein in the groin and advanced to the heart. Once the tube reaches the left side of the heart, X-ray is used to guide a thinner catheter into the left atrial appendage. The tiny device is then passed through the tube and into the appendage. When the doctor has made sure it is in the right place, she takes the catheter out, and the procedure is completed.

This minimally invasive procedure usually requires a hospital stay of at least one day. Normal activities may be resumed within a few days. About 45 days following implantation, a test will be done to determine whether the device has closed the left atrial appendage. Check-ups have to be performed every year to make sure the device is in place.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

lobectomy
lung lobectomy
lung resection

In 2023, Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD had a list price for lobectomy, lung lobectomy, and lung resection that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within Washington. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

VATS lobectomy

In 2023, Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD had a list price for VATS lobectomy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Washington. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

thoracic surgery procedures

By Affordability:

anatomic lung resection

In 2013, among providers in related specialties within Washington, Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD performed more thoracic (chest) surgery procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for anatomic lung resection that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2013 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, cardiac procedures, open surgery and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 32
cardiac procedures 104
dissection 16
doctor visit 68
excision 16
hospital care 24
inpatient care 24
lobectomy 22
lymph node procedures 16
minimally invasive procedures 38
open surgery 64
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 115

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 79
Female 59
Age
From 65 to 74 59
From 75 to 84 56
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2013 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 69
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 31
Heart Failure 42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 48
Diabetes 35
Dementia 0
Cancer 44

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2014 were cardiac procedures, thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, open surgery and bypass surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 17
cardiac procedures 80
doctor visit 77
lobectomy 17
minimally invasive procedures 17
open surgery 34
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 62

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 71
Female 46
Age
From 65 to 74 53
From 75 to 84 40
85 and over 11
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2014 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and cancer.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 56
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 31
Heart Failure 35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 44
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 49

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2015 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, cardiac procedures, minimally invasive procedures and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 13
cardiac procedures 58
dissection 22
doctor visit 84
excision 22
hospital care 13
inpatient care 13
lobectomy 25
lymph node procedures 22
minimally invasive procedures 47
open surgery 26
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 73

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 134
Female 126
Age
From 65 to 74 122
From 75 to 84 100
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and cancer.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 72
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 62
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 37
Asthma 29
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 28
Heart Failure 36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 42
Diabetes 38
Dementia 11
Cancer 52

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2016 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, cardiac procedures, minimally invasive procedures and lobectomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 18
cardiac procedures 90
dissection 31
doctor visit 104
excision 31
hospital care 17
inpatient care 17
lobectomy 42
lymph node procedures 31
minimally invasive procedures 73
open surgery 36
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 109

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 100
Female 68
Age
From 65 to 74 76
From 75 to 84 63
85 and over 14
Less than 65 15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and cancer.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 66
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 40
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 30
Heart Failure 46
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 43
Diabetes 42
Dementia 9
Cancer 46

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2017 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, cardiac procedures, minimally invasive procedures and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 21
cardiac procedures 76
dissection 24
doctor visit 94
excision 24
hospital care 20
inpatient care 20
lobectomy 30
lymph node procedures 24
minimally invasive procedures 54
open surgery 42
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 96

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 87
Female 73
Age
From 65 to 74 74
From 75 to 84 55
85 and over 15
Less than 65 16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 70
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 66
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 48
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 26
Heart Failure 42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 39
Diabetes 39
Dementia 8
Cancer 43

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2018 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, cardiac procedures, minimally invasive procedures and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 19
cardiac procedures 68
dissection 25
doctor visit 124
excision 25
hospital care 20
inpatient care 20
lobectomy 30
lymph node procedures 25
minimally invasive procedures 55
open surgery 38
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 93

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 98
Female 82
Age
From 65 to 74 97
From 75 to 84 51
85 and over 11
Less than 65 21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and cancer.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 56
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 26
Heart Failure 43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 47
Diabetes 41
Dementia 10
Cancer 50

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2019 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 16
cardiac procedures 54
dissection 22
doctor visit 54
excision 33
hospital care 55
inpatient care 55
lobectomy 23
lymph node procedures 22
minimally invasive procedures 56
open surgery 32
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 88

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 85
Female 72
Age
From 65 to 74 73
From 75 to 84 46
85 and over 17
Less than 65 21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and heart failure.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 65
Stroke 10
Ischemic Heart Disease 63
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 35
Heart Failure 47
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 41
Diabetes 32
Dementia 8
Cancer 43

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2020 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, open surgery, cardiac procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 19
cardiac procedures 38
dissection 15
doctor visit 52
excision 15
hospital care 15
inpatient care 15
lobectomy 13
lymph node procedures 15
minimally invasive procedures 28
open surgery 38
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 66

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 66
Female 45
Age
From 65 to 74 59
From 75 to 84 37
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 70
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 67
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 50
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 22
Heart Failure 46
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 42
Diabetes 41
Dementia 14
Cancer 35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2021 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, open surgery, cardiac procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 19
cardiac procedures 38
dissection 16
doctor visit 56
excision 16
lobectomy 16
lymph node procedures 16
minimally invasive procedures 32
open surgery 38
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 70

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 54
Female 52
Age
From 65 to 74 47
From 75 to 84 42
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 70
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 61
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 57
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 24
Heart Failure 41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 42
Diabetes 35
Dementia 0
Cancer 46

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2022 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, open surgery, cardiac procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 23
cardiac procedures 46
dissection 13
doctor visit 39
excision 13
lobectomy 11
lymph node procedures 13
minimally invasive procedures 24
open surgery 46
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 70

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 56
Female 34
Age
From 65 to 74 44
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and heart failure.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 17
Ischemic Heart Disease 60
Depression 38
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 42
Heart Failure 50
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 43
Diabetes 49
Dementia 0
Cancer 42

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA during 2023 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, open surgery, cardiac procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

bypass surgery 21
cardiac procedures 42
dissection 12
doctor visit 53
excision 12
lobectomy 11
lymph node procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 23
open surgery 42
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 65

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 61
Female 41
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 89
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 37
From 75 to 84 45
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and cancer.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 57
Depression 34
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 39
Heart Failure 41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 41
Diabetes 38
Dementia 0
Cancer 43

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated as a cardiac surgeon in Spokane, WA were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, cardiac procedures, minimally invasive procedures and open surgery.

bypass surgery 19
cardiac procedures 63
dissection 19
doctor visit 73
excision 20
hospital care 23
inpatient care 23
lobectomy 21
lymph node procedures 19
minimally invasive procedures 40
open surgery 39
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures 82

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD.

Gender
Male 81
Female 63
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 8
Hispanic 0
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 48
85 and over 6
Less than 65 7
65 to 74 67

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD From 2013 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and cancer.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 62
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 42
Asthma 15
Osteoporosis 4
Heart Failure 42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 42
Diabetes 38
Atrial Fibrillation 30
Dementia 5
Cancer 44

Education & Training

Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1988. He completed residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery and has a state license in Idaho.

Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine (1988)

Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital

Board Certification: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Licensed In: Idaho

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence
Kadlec Regional Medical Center
PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES-WA

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, Interplan PPO, TriWest, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicaid, Regence Blue Shield, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, WellPoint, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Aetna Medicare PPO, Asuris Northwest Health PPO, Naphcare, Pacific Source Health PPO, Stevens County SheriffS Office, State of Washington Department of Corrections, Premera, Ferry County Jail, Evernorth PPO, Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service PPO, First Choice PPO, Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO and Interwest Health PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO
Aetna PPO
CIGNA PPO
Medicare Advantage
Interplan PPO
TriWest
United Healthcare
TRICARE
Medicaid
Regence Blue Shield
Humana
Cigna
United Healthcare Medicaid
OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)
Providence
Humana HMO
First Health
WellPoint
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Aetna Medicare PPO
Asuris Northwest Health PPO
Naphcare
Pacific Source Health PPO
Stevens County SheriffS Office
State of Washington Department of Corrections
Premera
Ferry County Jail
Evernorth PPO
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service PPO
First Choice PPO
Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO
Interwest Health PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 90 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Spokane, WA. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-03-31
Patient verified via Press Ganey
The reason for not seeing on time was due to Dr. Nisco being called away on emergency. The staff kept me come informed about the doctor being called away and the status of him. They then worked with other resources within the office In order to have discussions about the reason for my visit with other staff members. During that office visit with the PA, Dr. Nisco showed up and walk me through unresponding other questions at the time. Overall a great experience and I look forward to Dr. Nisco future work.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-06-26
Patient verified via Press Ganey
I feel that Dr. Nesco is the best physician I have ever been to see. He was extremely informative, helpful, and compassionate. Even though he had to give us not so good news. He made it very understandable and was extremely competent. My husband and daughter were with me at the appointment and he answered all our questions adequately. I have a very serious condition and I left the appointment feeling better because he was truthful and helpful in every way. I cannot say enough good about him.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-11-05
Patient verified via Press Ganey
My discussion with Dr Nisco regarding my upcoming surgery went very well. He explained all the processes that I will be going through and outlined the steps I could expect in my recovery. My wife was involved with the discussion as well. Overall the discussion went very well and I have full confidence that I will be well taken care of in my upcoming surgery.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-09-22
Patient verified via Press Ganey
Dr Nisco is wonderful- he listens and understands exactly what is happening and explains everything very well! Everything he did was medically appropriate for the issue. He also bent over backwards to help with a referral to another doctor for a medical issue that he did not specialize in.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-09-25
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Dr. Nisco took the time to explain my heart condition and the seriousness and the let us decide when we wanted to set up surgery!He even gave us the weekend to talk over our options and then to call him on Monday our decision on whether or not we had would have surgery!!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-04-27
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As a cancer specialist this provider was professional knowledgeable and extremely courteous in showing compassion and experience as a oncologist. I was extremely comfortable and at ease because of the information he shared with me on my condition and future treatment.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-21
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Dr. Nisco and his staff were attentive and extremely considerate of my thoughts and opinions. It is sometimes difficult to find a provider that exemplifies the level of concern that makes a patient feel heard and respected. This office/staff goes above and beyond.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-09-10
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I did not experience any bad experiences prior to the surgery, IICU or during recovery. As a matter of fact I cannot remember ever having such wonderful care throughout the whole process, from admission to discharge. Thank you very much!!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-21
Patient verified via Press Ganey
Dr. Nisco seems to be completely devoted to his work and the best interests of his patients. I feel that I am in good hands with him. I am better informed and hopeful for a positive outcome as a result of my consultation with Dr. Nisco.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-08-17
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Likely a one-time visit, but everyone in the office was friendly and professional; while the Dr. Nisco gets highest marks for clarity, empathy, appropriately timed humor-and seems like a genuinely nice human being.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Steven J. Nisco, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Abbott Laboratories $1,358 HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Dev
$1,212 		HeartMate
$85 		EPIC
$61
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation $1,067 INSPIRIS RESILIA aortic valve
$498 		EDWARDS INTUITY Elite valve system
$308 		MITRIS RESILIA Mitral Valve
$141
$119
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. $898 Da Vinci Surgical System
$898
Medtronic Vascular, Inc. $714 Heart Valves
$335 		HeartWare HVAD
$291 		Endurant
$46 		Aptus Heli-FX
$19 		Hancock
$13 		Other
$9
Baxter Healthcare $394 TISSEEL
$115 		COSEAL
$91 		No Related Product
$89 		Surgical Care - TachoSil
$83 		FLOSEAL
$16
Other $1,825 Cardiovascular
$218 		NATPARA
$203 		TUTOPATCH ECM
$141 		Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting
$139 		TAGRISSO
$125 		Other
$998
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $4,623
Travel and Lodging $1,632

Biography

Dr. Steven Nisco specializes in cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery and practices in Spokane, WA. He attended medical school at Stanford University School of Medicine. His training includes residency programs at Stanford University Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, and a hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Clinical interests for Dr. Nisco include double aortic arch, heart tumor, and heart bypass surgery (CABG). Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Nisco accepts Blue California, HealthSmart, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. He is professionally affiliated with Kadlec Regional Medical Center and Providence. Doctor.com reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Spokane, WA.

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