20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al-Shallah, Nephrologist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Al-Shallah is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Shallah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Shallah’s office at (901) 888-4144.
Is Dr. Al-Shallah board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Al-Shallah speak?
Dr. Al-Shallah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Al-Shallah typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Al-Shallah diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Al-Shallah. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Al-Shallah typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Al-Shallah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Al-Shallah accept my insurance?
Dr. Al-Shallah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 888-4144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Shallah accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Al-Shallah in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Al-Shallah's office located?
Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah's Primary Practice
6027 Walnut Grove Rd Ste 312
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 888-4144
What is Dr. Al-Shallah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al-Shallah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356399117.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Shallah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Shallah
What is Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah's specialty?
Dr. Al-Shallah is a Nephrologist near Memphis, TN.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al-Shallah is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zaher Al-Shallah accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al-Shallah's office at (901) 888-4144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zaher Al-Shallah?
Please contact Dr. Al-Shallah's office at (901) 888-4144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah have?
Dr. Zaher Al-Shallah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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