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Dr. Mark Boelkins, MD

Grand Rapids, MI

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Boelkins, Nephrologist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Mark Boelkins, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Boelkins graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Nephrology; Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Boelkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boelkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boelkins’s office at (616) 752-6235.

    Where did Dr. Boelkins go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Nephrology; Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Internal Medicine | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Boelkins board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Boelkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Boelkins speak?

    Dr. Boelkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Boelkins treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Boelkins 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. Boelkins. 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:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • 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 End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery
    • Post-organ transplant care
    • Organ transplant follow-up
    • Transplant recovery care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
    • Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Complication
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Renal Transplant Complication
    • Kidney Graft Problem
    • Post-Kidney Transplant Issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8610: Unspecified complication of kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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

    Also known as:

    • Organ and Tissue Donor Examination
    • Organ Donation
    • Donor screening exam
    • Organ donation assessment
    • Tissue donor evaluation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z005: Encounter for examination of potential donor of organ and tissue

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Magnesium Levels
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Hypomagnesemia
    • Magnesium Deficiency
    • Magnesium Imbalance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8342: Hypomagnesemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Boelkins perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mark Boelkins may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Boelkins' office.

    Does Dr. Boelkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boelkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 752-6235 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Boelkins accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Boelkins in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

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    Where is Dr. Boelkins' office located?

    Dr. Mark Boelkins' Primary Practice

    330 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 100

    Grand Rapids, MI 49506

    (616) 752-6235

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    Dr. Mark Boelkins' Practice 2

    200 Jefferson Ave SE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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    What is Dr. Boelkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Boelkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942396437.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boelkins?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boelkins

    What is Dr. Mark Boelkins's specialty?

    Dr. Boelkins is a Nephrologist near Grand Rapids, MI. 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. Boelkins to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mark Boelkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Boelkins is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Bronson Methodist 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 Mark Boelkins accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Boelkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Boelkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Boelkins's office at (616) 752-6235 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Boelkins?

    Please contact Dr. Boelkins's office at (616) 752-6235 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Boelkins have?

    Dr. Mark Boelkins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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