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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bustos, Nephrologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Elwin Bustos, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Bustos is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bustos’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bustos’s office at (202) 269-6430.
What languages does Dr. Bustos speak?
Dr. Bustos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bustos typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bustos 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. Bustos. 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 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- 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
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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:
- 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. Bustos typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elwin Bustos may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Bustos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bustos accept my insurance?
Dr. Bustos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 269-6430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bustos accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Bustos in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bustos' office located?
Dr. Elwin Bustos' Primary Practice
1140 Varnum St NE PMB 105
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 269-6430
What is Dr. Bustos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bustos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467543686.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bustos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bustos
What is Dr. Elwin Bustos's specialty?
Dr. Bustos is a Nephrologist near Washington, DC.
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. Elwin Bustos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bustos is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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 Elwin Bustos accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Elwin Bustos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elwin Bustos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bustos's office at (202) 269-6430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elwin Bustos?
Please contact Dr. Bustos's office at (202) 269-6430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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