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Dr. Franca Iorember, MD

Corpus Christi, TX

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    Who is Dr. Iorember, Pediatric Nephrologist in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Franca Iorember, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Iorember is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iorember’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iorember’s office at (210) 704-4100.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Iorember?

    Dr. Franca Iorember, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Iorember empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Kidney Disease, Dialysis Care, Hypertension, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Corpus Christi/TX community, Dr. Iorember is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Iorember speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Iorember treat?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Iorember 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. Iorember. 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:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Bartter Syndrome
    • Single Kidney at Birth
    • Horseshoe Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Bartter syndrome
    • Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling
    • Bartter's Disease
    • Renal Tubular Disorder
    • Salt-Losing Nephropathy
    • Unilateral renal agenesis
    • Congenital absence of one kidney
    • Solitary kidney
    • Fused kidney
    • Lobulated kidney
    • Renal fusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
    • E2681: Bartter's syndrome
    • Q600: Renal agenesis, unilateral
    • Q631: Lobulated, fused and horseshoe kidney

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney swelling at birth
    • Fetal hydronephrosis
    • Hydronephrosis in newborns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q620: Congenital hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Nephrotic Syndrome
    • Kidney Disease
    • Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
    • Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
    • Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
    • Proteinuria Syndrome
    • Nephrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Lost kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
    • Missing kidney
    • Kidney removal
    • Nephrectomy (history of)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z905: Acquired absence of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Dysplasia
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney
    • Renal Dysplasia
    • Abnormal Kidney Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q614: Renal dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Hematuria
    • Bloody urine
    • Red urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R319: Hematuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Polycystic kidney disease
    • ADPKD
    • Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
    • Adult PKD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    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:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Lupus
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Which procedures does Dr. Iorember perform as a Pediatric Nephrologist?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Franca Iorember may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Iorember's office.

    Does Dr. Iorember accept my insurance?

    Dr. Iorember accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 704-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Iorember accept in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Iorember in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Iorember's office located?

    Dr. Franca Iorember's Primary Practice

    3533 S Alameda St Ste H260

    Corpus Christi, TX 78411

    (210) 704-4100

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    Dr. Franca Iorember's Practice 2

    333 N Santa Rosa

    San Antonio, TX 78207

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    Dr. Franca Iorember's Practice 3

    5500 N Expressway Ste 201

    Brownsville, TX 78526

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

    Dr. Iorember's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689841579.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iorember?

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

    What is Dr. Franca Iorember's specialty?

    Dr. Iorember is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Corpus Christi, TX. A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy. Contact Dr. Iorember to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Franca Iorember affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Iorember is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: CHRUISTUS Children's. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Nephrologist?

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    Is Franca Iorember accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Franca Iorember is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Franca Iorember offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Iorember's office at (210) 704-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Franca Iorember?

    Please contact Dr. Iorember's office at (210) 704-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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