Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brignol, Nephrologist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Yves Frantz Brignol is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN. He is board certified. Dr. Brignol graduated from UniversitÈ d'Etat d'HaÔti FacultÈ de MÈdecine et de Pharmacie and completed his residency at Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program. Dr. Brignol is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brignol’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brignol’s office.
Where did Dr. Brignol go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: UniversitÈ d'Etat d'HaÔti FacultÈ de MÈdecine et de Pharmacie
Is Dr. Brignol board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Yves Frantz Brignol is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brignol speak?
Dr. Brignol and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Brignol typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Brignol 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. Brignol. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic 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
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
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. Brignol typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Brignol 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. Brignol. 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:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Does Dr. Brignol accept my insurance?
Dr. Brignol accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brignol accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Brignol in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Brignol's office located?
What is Dr. Brignol's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brignol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396742748.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brignol?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brignol
What is Dr. Yves Frantz Brignol's specialty?
Dr. Brignol is a Nephrologist near Merrillville, IN.
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. Yves Frantz Brignol affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brignol is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Munster, Franciscan Health Dyer, Northwestern Memorial 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 Yves Frantz Brignol accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Yves Frantz Brignol is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yves Frantz Brignol offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brignol's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yves Frantz Brignol?
Please contact Dr. Brignol's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yves Frantz Brignol have?
Dr. Yves Frantz Brignol is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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90 W 86th Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410