Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wendland, Nephrologist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Erik Wendland, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wendland graduated from Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St Mary's Hospital (Waterbury) Program. Dr. Wendland is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wendland’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wendland’s office.
Where did Dr. Wendland go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary's Hospital (Waterbury) Program
Medical School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wendland speak?
Dr. Wendland and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Wendland typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Wendland 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. Wendland. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- 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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Wendland typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Erik Wendland may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Wendland's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wendland accept my insurance?
Dr. Wendland 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. Wendland accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Wendland in Knoxville, TN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wendland's office located?
What is Dr. Wendland's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wendland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891962445.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wendland?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wendland
What is Dr. Erik Wendland's specialty?
Dr. Wendland is a Nephrologist near Knoxville, TN.
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. Erik Wendland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wendland is affiliated with Parkwest 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erik Wendland accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Erik Wendland is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Wendland offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wendland's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Wendland?
Please contact Dr. Wendland's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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