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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drake, Nephrologist in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Kory Drake, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Drake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drake’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drake’s office at (864) 271-1844.
What languages does Dr. Drake speak?
Dr. Drake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Drake typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Drake 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. Drake. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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 Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- Low Magnesium Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hypomagnesemia
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Magnesium Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8342: Hypomagnesemia
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Drake typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kory Drake may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Drake's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Drake accept my insurance?
Dr. Drake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 271-1844 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drake accept in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Drake in Greenville, SC 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 South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Drake's office located?
What is Dr. Drake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114423522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drake
What is Dr. Kory Drake's specialty?
Dr. Drake is a Nephrologist near Greenville, SC.
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. Kory Drake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drake is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Pelham Medical Center, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kory Drake accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?
Yes, Dr. Kory Drake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kory Drake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drake's office at (864) 271-1844 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kory Drake?
Please contact Dr. Drake's office at (864) 271-1844 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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