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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shuemaker, Nephrologist in Bowling Green, KY?
Dr. Jennifer Shuemaker, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bowling Green, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shuemaker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shuemaker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shuemaker’s office at (270) 745-1230.
What languages does Dr. Shuemaker speak?
Dr. Shuemaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shuemaker treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shuemaker 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. Shuemaker. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Isolated Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Isolated proteinuria
- Transient protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R800: Isolated proteinuria
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Myopathy
- Muscle Disease
- Muscle Weakness Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7289: Other specified myopathies
Which procedures does Dr. Shuemaker perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Shuemaker 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. Shuemaker's office.
Does Dr. Shuemaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Shuemaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 745-1230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shuemaker accept in Bowling Green, KY?
Dr. Shuemaker in Bowling Green, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Centene
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shuemaker's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Shuemaker's Primary Practice
720 2nd Ave Ste 203
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 745-1230
What is Dr. Shuemaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shuemaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174784466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shuemaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shuemaker
What is Dr. Jennifer Shuemaker's specialty?
Dr. Shuemaker is a Nephrologist near Bowling Green, KY. 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. Shuemaker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Shuemaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shuemaker is affiliated with The Medical Center at Bowling Green, Baptist Health Hardin, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital, Highpoint Health – Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas 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 Jennifer Shuemaker accepting new patients in Bowling Green, KY?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Shuemaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Shuemaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shuemaker's office at (270) 745-1230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Shuemaker?
Please contact Dr. Shuemaker's office at (270) 745-1230 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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