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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Villegas Kastner, Nephrologist in Sanford, NC?
Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Sanford, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Villegas Kastner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Villegas Kastner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Villegas Kastner’s office at (919) 774-2875.
What languages does Dr. Villegas Kastner speak?
Dr. Villegas Kastner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Villegas Kastner treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Villegas Kastner 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. Villegas Kastner. 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 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
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
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
Which procedures does Dr. Villegas Kastner perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner 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. Villegas Kastner's office.
Does Dr. Villegas Kastner accept my insurance?
Dr. Villegas Kastner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 774-2875 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Villegas Kastner accept in Sanford, NC?
Dr. Villegas Kastner in Sanford, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Villegas Kastner's office located?
Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner's Primary Practice
1139 Carthage St Ste 105
Sanford, NC 27330
(919) 774-2875
What is Dr. Villegas Kastner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Villegas Kastner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154859429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villegas Kastner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Villegas Kastner
What is Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner's specialty?
Dr. Villegas Kastner is a Nephrologist near Sanford, NC. 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. Villegas Kastner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Villegas Kastner is affiliated with UNC Health Rex, UNC Health Southeastern 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 Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner accepting new patients in Sanford, NC?
Yes, Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Villegas Kastner's office at (919) 774-2875 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner?
Please contact Dr. Villegas Kastner's office at (919) 774-2875 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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