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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sowers, Nephrologist in Hazard, KY?
Dr. Kurt Sowers, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Hazard, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sowers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sowers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sowers’s office at (606) 487-7991.
Is Dr. Sowers board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Sowers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sowers speak?
Dr. Sowers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sowers typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sowers 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. Sowers. 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 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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. Sowers typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sowers performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sowers. 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:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Sowers accept my insurance?
Dr. Sowers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 487-7991 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sowers accept in Hazard, KY?
Dr. Sowers in Hazard, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sowers' office located?
Dr. Kurt Sowers' Primary Practice
102 Medical Center Dr Ste 101
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 487-7991
What is Dr. Sowers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sowers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467550483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sowers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sowers
What is Dr. Kurt Sowers's specialty?
Dr. Sowers is a Nephrologist near Hazard, KY.
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. Kurt Sowers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sowers is affiliated with Hazard Arh Regional Medical Center, Pikeville Medical Center, Uc Medical Center, Camc General Hospital, West Chester 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 Kurt Sowers accepting new patients in Hazard, KY?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Sowers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurt Sowers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sowers's office at (606) 487-7991 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kurt Sowers?
Please contact Dr. Sowers's office at (606) 487-7991 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kurt Sowers have?
Dr. Kurt Sowers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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