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Who is Dr. Nishio Lucar, Nephrologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Angie Nishio Lucar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nishio Lucar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nishio Lucar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nishio Lucar’s office at (434) 924-5125.
What languages does Dr. Nishio Lucar speak?
Dr. Nishio Lucar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nishio Lucar treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nishio Lucar 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. Nishio Lucar. 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:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Rejection
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal Transplant Rejection
- Kidney Graft Rejection
- Transplant Organ Rejection
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8611: Kidney transplant rejection
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- 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:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Organ and Tissue Donor Examination
- Organ Donation
- Donor screening exam
- Organ donation assessment
- Tissue donor evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z005: Encounter for examination of potential donor of organ and tissue
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Caused by Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Renal Hypertension
- Kidney-Related High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure due to Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I151: Hypertension secondary to other renal disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Nishio Lucar perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Angie Nishio Lucar 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. Nishio Lucar's office.
Does Dr. Nishio Lucar accept my insurance?
Dr. Nishio Lucar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-5125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nishio Lucar accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Nishio Lucar in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
OptumRx
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nishio Lucar's office located?
Dr. Angie Nishio Lucar's Primary Practice
1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 4
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 924-5125
Dr. Angie Nishio Lucar's Practice 2
Lee Street 3rd Floor
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(434) 924-5125
What is Dr. Nishio Lucar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nishio Lucar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891986485.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nishio Lucar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nishio Lucar
What is Dr. Angie Nishio Lucar's specialty?
Dr. Nishio Lucar is a Nephrologist near Charlottesville, VA. 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. Nishio Lucar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Angie Nishio Lucar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nishio Lucar is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed 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
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Is Angie Nishio Lucar accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Angie Nishio Lucar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Angie Nishio Lucar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nishio Lucar's office at (434) 924-5125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Angie Nishio Lucar?
Please contact Dr. Nishio Lucar's office at (434) 924-5125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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