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Who is Dr. Azar, Nephrologist in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Marrouf Azar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Azar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azar’s office at (586) 772-2600.
Is Dr. Azar board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Marrouf Azar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Azar speak?
Dr. Azar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Azar typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Azar 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. Azar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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 3b
- 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 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- 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)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Azar typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Marrouf Azar may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Azar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Azar accept my insurance?
Dr. Azar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (586) 772-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azar accept in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Azar in Pontiac, MI 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Azar's office located?
Dr. Marrouf Azar's Primary Practice
44200 Woodward Ave Ste 209
Pontiac, MI 48341
(586) 772-2600
What is Dr. Azar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467616433.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azar
What is Dr. Marrouf Azar's specialty?
Dr. Azar is a Nephrologist near Pontiac, MI.
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. Marrouf Azar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azar is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn 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 Marrouf Azar accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?
Yes, Dr. Marrouf Azar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marrouf Azar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azar's office at (586) 772-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marrouf Azar?
Please contact Dr. Azar's office at (586) 772-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marrouf Azar have?
Dr. Marrouf Azar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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