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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nijmeh, Nephrologist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Ruba Nijmeh, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. Dr. Nijmeh is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nijmeh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nijmeh’s office at (614) 538-2250.
What languages does Dr. Nijmeh speak?
Dr. Nijmeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Nijmeh typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nijmeh 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. Nijmeh. 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 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Nijmeh typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruba Nijmeh may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Nijmeh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nijmeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Nijmeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 538-2250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nijmeh accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Nijmeh in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nijmeh's office located?
What is Dr. Nijmeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nijmeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396959755.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nijmeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nijmeh
What is Dr. Ruba Nijmeh's specialty?
Dr. Nijmeh is a Nephrologist near Columbus, OH.
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. Ruba Nijmeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nijmeh is affiliated with Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center, Ohiohealth Dublin Methodist Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Mount Carmel East 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 Ruba Nijmeh accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Ruba Nijmeh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruba Nijmeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nijmeh's office at (614) 538-2250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruba Nijmeh?
Please contact Dr. Nijmeh's office at (614) 538-2250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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