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Who is Dr. Liput, Nephrologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Joseph Liput, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Liput graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh. Dr. Liput is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liput’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liput’s office.
Where did Dr. Liput go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Liput board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Liput, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Liput speak?
Dr. Liput and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Liput treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Liput 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. Liput. 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:
- 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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
- CKD Stage 3
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
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
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Liput perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Liput 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. Liput's office.
Does Dr. Liput accept my insurance?
Dr. Liput accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liput accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Liput in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Liput's office located?
What is Dr. Liput's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Liput's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578581427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liput?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Liput
What is Dr. Joseph Liput's specialty?
Dr. Liput is a Nephrologist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Liput to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Liput affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Liput is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Forbes Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Liput accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Liput is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Liput offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liput's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Liput?
Please contact Dr. Liput's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Liput have?
Dr. Joseph Liput is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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