Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chowdhury, Nephrologist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Towfiqul Chowdhury is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI. Dr. Chowdhury is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chowdhury’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chowdhury’s office at 1396066053.
What languages does Dr. Chowdhury speak?
Dr. Chowdhury and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chowdhury typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chowdhury 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. Chowdhury. 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 here.
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
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. Chowdhury typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Towfiqul Chowdhury may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chowdhury's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chowdhury accept my insurance?
Dr. Chowdhury accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1396066053 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chowdhury accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Chowdhury in Detroit, MI 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chowdhury's office located?
Dr. Towfiqul Chowdhury's Primary Practice
19141 Greenfield Rd
Detroit, MI 48235
1396066053
What is Dr. Chowdhury's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chowdhury's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487219028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chowdhury?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chowdhury
What is Dr. Towfiqul Chowdhury's specialty?
Dr. Chowdhury is a Nephrologist near Detroit, MI.
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. Towfiqul Chowdhury affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chowdhury is affiliated with Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Dmc Sinai-Grace Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Towfiqul Chowdhury accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Towfiqul Chowdhury is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Towfiqul Chowdhury offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhury's office at 1396066053 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Towfiqul Chowdhury?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhury's office at 1396066053 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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