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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Younas, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Nizar Younas, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Younas graduated from Aga Khan University. Dr. Younas is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Younas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Younas’s office.
Where did Dr. Younas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Aga Khan University
What languages does Dr. Younas speak?
Dr. Younas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Younas treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Younas 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. Younas. 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 Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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:
- Abnormal Kidney Function Test
- Kidney Disease
- Irregular Kidney Function Study
- Unusual Kidney Exam
- Kidney Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R944: Abnormal results of kidney function studies
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Low Potassium
- High Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Calcium
- Calcium
- Hypercalcemia
- Excess Calcium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8352: Hypercalcemia
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Younas perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nizar Younas 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. Younas' office.
Does Dr. Younas accept my insurance?
Dr. Younas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Younas accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Younas in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Younas' office located?
What is Dr. Younas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Younas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891968475.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Younas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Younas
What is Dr. Nizar Younas's specialty?
Dr. Younas is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX. 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. Younas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nizar Younas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Younas is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands 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
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Is Nizar Younas accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nizar Younas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nizar Younas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Younas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nizar Younas?
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