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Dr. David Opawumi, MD

Nephrologist

El Paso, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Opawumi, Nephrologist in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. David Opawumi, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Opawumi graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Opawumi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Opawumi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Opawumi’s office at (915) 591-2922.

    Where did Dr. Opawumi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Rutgers

    Is Dr. Opawumi board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Opawumi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Opawumi speak?

    Dr. Opawumi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Opawumi typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Opawumi 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. Opawumi. 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
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Opawumi typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Opawumi may include:

    Please contact Dr. Opawumi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Opawumi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Opawumi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 591-2922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Opawumi accept in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Opawumi in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Opawumi's office located?

    Dr. David Opawumi's Primary Practice

    10201 Gateway Blvd W Ste 210

    El Paso, TX 79925

    (915) 591-2922

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    Dr. David Opawumi's Practice 2

    2578 Medical Dr

    Alamogordo, NM 88310

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    Dr. David Opawumi's Practice 3

    2425 S Telshor Blvd

    Las Cruces, NM 88011

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    What is Dr. Opawumi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Opawumi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316931140.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Opawumi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Opawumi

    What is Dr. David Opawumi's specialty?

    Dr. Opawumi is a Nephrologist near El Paso, TX.

    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 Dr. David Opawumi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Opawumi is affiliated with Christus Health, University Medical Center Of El Paso, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus 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 Dr. David Opawumi accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?

    Yes, Dr. David Opawumi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Opawumi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Opawumi's office at (915) 591-2922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Opawumi?

    Please contact Dr. Opawumi's office at (915) 591-2922 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Opawumi's office located?

    Dr. Opawumi's offices are located in El Paso, TX, Alamogordo, NM, and Las Cruces, NM.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Opawumi have?

    Dr. David Opawumi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.