
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hines, Nephrologist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Timothy Hines, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Hines graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Hines is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hines’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hines’s office at (512) 451-5800.
Where did Dr. Hines go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hines speak?
Dr. Hines and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Hines typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Hines 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. Hines. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Hines typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy Hines may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Hines' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hines accept my insurance?
Dr. Hines accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 451-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hines accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Hines in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hines' office located?
What is Dr. Hines's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063446359.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hines?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hines
What is Dr. Timothy Hines's specialty?
Dr. Hines is a Nephrologist near Austin, TX.
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. Timothy Hines affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hines is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, Tx which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Timothy Hines accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Hines is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Hines offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hines's office at (512) 451-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Hines?
Please contact Dr. Hines's office at (512) 451-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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