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Dr. Joseph Zhao, MD

Chandler, AZ

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zhao, Nephrologist in Chandler, AZ?

    Dr. Joseph Zhao, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zhao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhao’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhao’s office at (480) 857-2381.

    Is Dr. Zhao board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Zhao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zhao speak?

    Dr. Zhao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zhao treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
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    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 3a

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with 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
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    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:

    • Acidosis
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Acidic Blood
    • High Acidity in Body

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8720: Acidosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Metabolic Acidosis
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Sudden Acidosis
    • Metabolic Acid Buildup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Failure
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal Transplant Failure
    • Failed Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Graft Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8612: Kidney transplant failure

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Pulmonary Edema
    • Lung Disease
    • Sudden Fluid in Lungs
    • Acute Lung Congestion
    • Flash Pulmonary Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J810: Acute pulmonary edema

    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

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Zhao perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Zhao may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zhao's office.

    Does Dr. Zhao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 857-2381 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhao accept in Chandler, AZ?

    Dr. Zhao in Chandler, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Choice

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Zhao's Primary Practice

    1120 S Dobson Rd Ste 115

    Chandler, AZ 85286

    (480) 857-2381

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    Dr. Joseph Zhao's Practice 2

    1106 N Beeline Hwy

    Payson, AZ 85541

    (480) 857-2381

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    Dr. Joseph Zhao's Practice 3

    3320 N 2nd St

    Phoenix, AZ 85012

    (602) 200-8288

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    What is Dr. Zhao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zhao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558545087.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhao?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhao

    What is Dr. Joseph Zhao's specialty?

    Dr. Zhao is a Nephrologist near Chandler, AZ. 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. Zhao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Zhao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zhao is affiliated with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Chandler Regional Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner Gateway Medical Center 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 Joseph Zhao accepting new patients in Chandler, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Zhao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Zhao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (480) 857-2381 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Zhao?

    Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (480) 857-2381 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Zhao have?

    Dr. Joseph Zhao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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