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Dr. John Niles, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Niles, Nephrologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. John Niles, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Niles completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Nephrology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Niles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Niles’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Niles’s office at (617) 726-4132.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Niles?

    Dr. John Niles, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Niles empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Glomerulonephritis, Vasculitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Niles is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Niles go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Nephrology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States

    Is Dr. Niles board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Niles, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Niles speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Niles treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Niles 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. Niles. 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:

    • Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) with kidney problems
    • Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
    • Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA)
    • Hypersensitivity Vasculitis
    • Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
    • Eosinophilic Disorder
    • Vasculitis
    • Wegener's with kidney involvement
    • Renal GPA
    • GPA kidney disease
    • Wegener's without kidney involvement
    • Non-renal GPA
    • Localized GPA
    • Churg-Strauss syndrome
    • Allergic granulomatosis
    • Churg-Strauss vasculitis
    • Allergic Vasculitis
    • Cutaneous Vasculitis
    • Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3131: Wegener's granulomatosis with renal involvement
    • M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
    • M301: Polyarteritis with lung involvement [Churg-Strauss]
    • M310: Hypersensitivity angiitis

    Also known as:

    • Nephrotic Syndrome
    • Kidney Inflammation
    • Kidney Disease
    • Glomerular Disease
    • Kidney Protein Leakage Syndrome
    • Protein-losing Nephropathy
    • Nephrosis
    • Nephritis
    • Glomerulonephritis
    • Inflamed Kidneys

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N040: Nephrotic syndrome with minor glomerular abnormality
    • N050: Unspecified nephritic syndrome with minor glomerular abnormality

    Also known as:

    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Lupus
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Other Preventive Health Measures
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter
    • Specific Prophylactic Treatment
    • Disease Prevention Visit
    • Health Protection Measures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization
    • Z298: Encounter for other specified prophylactic measures

    Also known as:

    • Nephritic Syndrome with Membranous Kidney Filter Inflammation
    • Nephritic Syndrome
    • Kidney Disease
    • Glomerular Disease
    • Kidney Inflammation Syndrome
    • Membranous Glomerulonephritis
    • Membranous Nephritis
    • Acute Nephritis
    • Chronic Nephritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N052: Unspecified nephritic syndrome with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritis
    • N058: Unspecified nephritic syndrome with other morphologic changes

    Also known as:

    • Repeated Blood in Urine from Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Glomerular Disease
    • Hematuria with Glomerular Disease
    • Kidney-related Hematuria
    • Persistent Blood in Urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N028: Recurrent and persistent hematuria with other morphologic changes
    • N020: Recurrent and persistent hematuria with minor glomerular abnormality

    Also known as:

    • Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Acquired Antibody Deficiency
    • Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
    • Kidney Disease
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Atypical HUS
    • aHUS
    • Non-infection HUS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5939: Other hemolytic-uremic syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Other Persistent IgA Nephropathy
    • Berger's Disease
    • Immunoglobulin A Kidney Disease
    • Recurrent IgA Nephritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N02B9: Other recurrent and persistent immunoglobulin A nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • Antibody Response Test
    • Immune Response Test
    • Antibody Level Check
    • Immunity Assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0184: Encounter for antibody response examination

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Purpura
    • Allergy
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • IgA Vasculitis
    • Henoch-Schönlein purpura
    • IgA vasculitis
    • Vascular purpura

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D690: Allergic purpura

    Which procedures does Dr. Niles perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Niles may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Niles' office.

    Does Dr. Niles accept my insurance?

    Dr. Niles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-4132 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Niles accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Niles in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Point32Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • Student Assurance Service

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Niles' office located?

    Dr. John Niles' Primary Practice

    101 Merrimac St

    Boston, MA 02114

    (617) 726-4132

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

    Dr. Niles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316912033.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Niles?

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

    What is Dr. John Niles's specialty?

    Dr. Niles is a Nephrologist near Boston, MA. 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. Niles to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Niles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Niles is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital 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

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    Is John Niles accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. John Niles is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Niles offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Niles's office at (617) 726-4132 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Niles?

    Please contact Dr. Niles's office at (617) 726-4132 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Niles have?

    Dr. John Niles is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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