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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alsaka, Nephrologist in Florence, SC?
Dr. Mhd Alsaka, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alsaka is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsaka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsaka’s office at (843) 777-7290.
Is Dr. Alsaka board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Mhd Alsaka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alsaka speak?
Dr. Alsaka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alsaka typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Alsaka 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. Alsaka. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
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:
- 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. Alsaka typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mhd Alsaka may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Alsaka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alsaka accept my insurance?
Dr. Alsaka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 777-7290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alsaka accept in Florence, SC?
Dr. Alsaka in Florence, SC 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 South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alsaka's office located?
What is Dr. Alsaka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alsaka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184880049.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsaka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alsaka
What is Dr. Mhd Alsaka's specialty?
Dr. Alsaka is a Nephrologist near Florence, SC.
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. Mhd Alsaka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alsaka is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Mcleod Health Loris, Prisma Health Tuomey 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 Mhd Alsaka accepting new patients in Florence, SC?
Yes, Dr. Mhd Alsaka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mhd Alsaka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alsaka's office at (843) 777-7290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mhd Alsaka?
Please contact Dr. Alsaka's office at (843) 777-7290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mhd Alsaka have?
Dr. Mhd Alsaka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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