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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hamed, Nephrologist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Emad Hamed is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hamed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamed’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamed’s office at (570) 826-7850.
What languages does Dr. Hamed speak?
Dr. Hamed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hamed treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Hamed 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. Hamed. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hard-to-Treat High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure from Another Condition
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- Resistant Hypertension
- Refractory Hypertension
- Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure
- Secondary Hypertension
- Symptomatic Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure with Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I1A0: Resistant hypertension
- I159: Secondary hypertension, unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- 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
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Hamed perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emad Hamed 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. Hamed's office.
Does Dr. Hamed accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 826-7850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamed accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Hamed in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hamed's office located?
Dr. Emad Hamed's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(570) 826-7850
What is Dr. Hamed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730675646.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamed
What is Dr. Emad Hamed's specialty?
Dr. Hamed is a Nephrologist near Wilkes Barre, 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. Hamed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emad Hamed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hamed is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center 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
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Is Emad Hamed accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Emad Hamed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emad Hamed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamed's office at (570) 826-7850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emad Hamed?
Please contact Dr. Hamed's office at (570) 826-7850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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