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Who is Dr. Ballouk, Nephrologist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Wesam Ballouk, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ballouk graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Tennessee Program. Dr. Ballouk is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ballouk’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ballouk’s office at (901) 726-0161.
Where did Dr. Ballouk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ballouk speak?
Dr. Ballouk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Ballouk treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ballouk 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. Ballouk. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- High Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Glomerular Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Filter Disease
- Glomerulopathy
- Kidney Glomeruli Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N08: Glomerular disorders in diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Acidic Blood
- High Acidity in Body
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8720: Acidosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ballouk perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wesam Ballouk may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ballouk's office.
Does Dr. Ballouk accept my insurance?
Dr. Ballouk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 726-0161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ballouk accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Ballouk 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
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ballouk's office located?
Dr. Wesam Ballouk's Primary Practice
2225 Union Ave Ste 100
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 726-0161
What is Dr. Ballouk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ballouk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841291762.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ballouk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ballouk
What is Dr. Wesam Ballouk's specialty?
Dr. Ballouk is a Nephrologist near Memphis, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Ballouk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wesam Ballouk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ballouk is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Wesam Ballouk accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Wesam Ballouk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wesam Ballouk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ballouk's office at (901) 726-0161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wesam Ballouk?
Please contact Dr. Ballouk's office at (901) 726-0161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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