Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kerns, Nephrologist in Wakefield, RI?
Dr. Eric Kerns, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Wakefield, RI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kerns graduated from Boston University School of Medicine, completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and is currently affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center. Dr. Kerns is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerns’s office at (781) 744-8430.
Where did Dr. Kerns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kerns board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Kerns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kerns speak?
Dr. Kerns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kerns typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kerns 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. Kerns. 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 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kerns typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kerns may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Kerns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kerns accept my insurance?
Dr. Kerns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-8430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kerns accept in Wakefield, RI?
Dr. Kerns in Wakefield, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kerns' office located?
Dr. Eric Kerns' Primary Practice
70 Kenyon Ave Unit 326
Wakefield, RI 02879
(781) 744-8430
What is Dr. Kerns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kerns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013189174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kerns
What is Dr. Eric Kerns's specialty?
Dr. Kerns is a Nephrologist near Wakefield, RI.
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. Eric Kerns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kerns is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital 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
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Is Eric Kerns accepting new patients in Wakefield, RI?
Yes, Dr. Eric Kerns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Kerns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kerns's office at (781) 744-8430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Kerns?
Please contact Dr. Kerns's office at (781) 744-8430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Kerns have?
Dr. Eric Kerns is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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