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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Berry, Nephrologist in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Dirk Berry, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL. Dr. Berry graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Berry is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berry’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berry’s office at (205) 556-5541.
Where did Dr. Berry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine | University Tx Med Branch Hosps | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
What languages does Dr. Berry speak?
Dr. Berry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Berry typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Berry 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. Berry. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Berry typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dirk Berry may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Berry's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Berry accept my insurance?
Dr. Berry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 556-5541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berry accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Berry in Tuscaloosa, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Associated Care Ventures
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Berry's office located?
Dr. Dirk Berry's Primary Practice
1850 McFarland Blvd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 556-5541
What is Dr. Berry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831282938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berry
What is Dr. Dirk Berry's specialty?
Dr. Berry is a Nephrologist near Tuscaloosa, AL.
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. Dirk Berry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berry is affiliated with Uab Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dirk Berry accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Yes, Dr. Dirk Berry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dirk Berry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berry's office at (205) 556-5541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dirk Berry?
Please contact Dr. Berry's office at (205) 556-5541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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