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Who is Dr. Silverberg, Nephrologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Benjamin Silverberg, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Silverberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silverberg’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silverberg’s office at (540) 661-3004.
What languages does Dr. Silverberg speak?
Dr. Silverberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Silverberg treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Silverberg 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. Silverberg. 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 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
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:
- 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. Silverberg perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Silverberg 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. Silverberg's office.
Does Dr. Silverberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Silverberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 661-3004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silverberg accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Silverberg in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Silverberg's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Silverberg's Primary Practice
5131 Odonovan Dr Fl 1
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(540) 661-3004
What is Dr. Silverberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silverberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851956262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silverberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silverberg
What is Dr. Benjamin Silverberg's specialty?
Dr. Silverberg is a Nephrologist near Baton Rouge, LA. 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. Silverberg to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Silverberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silverberg is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Uva University 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
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Is Benjamin Silverberg accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Silverberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Silverberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silverberg's office at (540) 661-3004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Silverberg?
Please contact Dr. Silverberg's office at (540) 661-3004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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