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Dr. Tarek Alhamad, MD

Nephrologist

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alhamad, Nephrologist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Tarek Alhamad, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alhamad is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alhamad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alhamad’s office at (314) 362-7603.

    Is Dr. Alhamad board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tarek Alhamad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alhamad speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alhamad typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Alhamad 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. Alhamad. 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:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alhamad typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tarek Alhamad may include:

    Please contact Dr. Alhamad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Alhamad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alhamad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-7603 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alhamad accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Alhamad in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alhamad's office located?

    8015 Department Of Internal Medicine

    660 S Euclid Ave

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

    (314) 362-7603

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    Div Im Nephrology

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste 5C

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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

    Dr. Alhamad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659533529.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alhamad?

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

    What is Dr. Tarek Alhamad's specialty?

    Dr. Alhamad is a Nephrologist near Saint Louis, MO.

    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 Dr. Tarek Alhamad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alhamad is affiliated with North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, St. Bernards Medical Center 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 Dr. Tarek Alhamad accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Tarek Alhamad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tarek Alhamad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alhamad's office at (314) 362-7603 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tarek Alhamad?

    Please contact Dr. Alhamad's office at (314) 362-7603 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alhamad's office located?

    Dr. Alhamad's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tarek Alhamad have?

    Dr. Tarek Alhamad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.