51 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friedman, Nephrologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Stuart Friedman, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Friedman completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center- Internal Medicine. Dr. Friedman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedman’s office at (310) 423-8857.
Where did Dr. Friedman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University Medical Center- Nephrology
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center- Internal Medicine
Medical School: New York Medical College
Is Dr. Friedman board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Friedman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Friedman speak?
Dr. Friedman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Friedman treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure After Surgery
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Postoperative Kidney Failure
- Acute Kidney Injury After Procedure
- Renal Failure Post-Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N990: Postprocedural (acute) (chronic) kidney failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Failure
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal Transplant Failure
- Failed Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Graft Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8612: Kidney transplant failure
Also known as:
- Rapidly Worsening Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis
- RPGN
- Acute Kidney Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N019: Rapidly progressive nephritic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Which procedures does Dr. Friedman perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stuart Friedman 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. Friedman's office.
Does Dr. Friedman accept my insurance?
Dr. Friedman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-8857 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friedman accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Friedman in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Friedman's office located?
Dr. Stuart Friedman's Primary Practice
8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 423-8857
What is Dr. Friedman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679585715.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friedman
What is Dr. Stuart Friedman's specialty?
Dr. Friedman is a Nephrologist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Friedman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stuart Friedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 Stuart Friedman accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Friedman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stuart Friedman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (310) 423-8857 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stuart Friedman?
Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (310) 423-8857 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Friedman have?
Dr. Stuart Friedman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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