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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uribe, Nephrologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Ricardo Uribe, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Uribe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uribe’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uribe’s office at (210) 358-3555.
What languages does Dr. Uribe speak?
Dr. Uribe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Uribe treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Uribe 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. Uribe. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- 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
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Which procedures does Dr. Uribe perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ricardo Uribe may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Uribe's office.
Does Dr. Uribe accept my insurance?
Dr. Uribe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-3555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uribe accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Uribe in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Uribe's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Uribe's Primary Practice
4502 Medical Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 358-3555
What is Dr. Uribe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uribe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578051892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uribe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uribe
What is Dr. Ricardo Uribe's specialty?
Dr. Uribe is a Nephrologist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Uribe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Uribe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uribe is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Ricardo Uribe accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Uribe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Uribe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uribe's office at (210) 358-3555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Uribe?
Please contact Dr. Uribe's office at (210) 358-3555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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