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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Planer, Nephrologist in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Jonathan Planer, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gastonia, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Planer graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at Carolinas Medical Center. Dr. Planer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Planer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Planer’s office at (704) 348-2992.
Where did Dr. Planer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carolinas Medical Center
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Planer board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Planer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Planer speak?
Dr. Planer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Planer typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Planer 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. Planer. 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 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- 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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Planer typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jonathan Planer may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Planer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Planer accept my insurance?
Dr. Planer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 348-2992 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Planer accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Planer in Gastonia, NC 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Planer's office located?
What is Dr. Planer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Planer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699886259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Planer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Planer
What is Dr. Jonathan Planer's specialty?
Dr. Planer is a Nephrologist near Gastonia, NC.
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. Jonathan Planer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Planer is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center, Atrium Health Lincoln, Atrium Health Cleveland 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 Jonathan Planer accepting new patients in Gastonia, NC?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Planer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Planer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Planer's office at (704) 348-2992 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Planer?
Please contact Dr. Planer's office at (704) 348-2992 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Planer have?
Dr. Jonathan Planer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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