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Dr. Michael Sherman, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sherman, Nephrologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Michael Sherman, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Sherman graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Sherman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherman’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherman’s office at (202) 877-2300.

    Where did Dr. Sherman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sherman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sherman treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sherman 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. Sherman. 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 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
    • 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 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 1
    • Early Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Potassium
    • Fluid Overload
    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Sodium
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Excess Fluid
    • Water Retention
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Phosphorus Metabolism Disorder
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Phosphate Metabolism Disorders
    • Phosphorus Imbalance
    • Abnormal Phosphorus Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8339: Other disorders of phosphorus metabolism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    What procedures does Dr. Sherman perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sherman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sherman. 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:

    • Red Blood Cell Apheresis
    • Therapeutic Red Blood Cell Exchange
    • Red Blood Cell Removal Procedure
    • Erythrocytapheresis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36512: Therapeutic apheresis; for red blood cells

    Also known as:

    • Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
    • Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
    • Plasma Pheresis
    • Blood Plasma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Biopsy
    • Renal biopsy
    • Percutaneous kidney biopsy
    • Needle kidney biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle

    Does Dr. Sherman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sherman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sherman accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Sherman in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sherman's office located?

    Dr. Michael Sherman's Primary Practice

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 877-2300

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

    Dr. Sherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710144670.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherman?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Sherman's specialty?

    Dr. Sherman is a Nephrologist near Washington, DC. 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. Sherman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Sherman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sherman is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital 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

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    Is Michael Sherman accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Sherman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Sherman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sherman's office at (202) 877-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Sherman?

    Please contact Dr. Sherman's office at (202) 877-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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