Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poindexter, Nephrologist in West Springfield, MA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Poindexter?
Dr. Anthony Poindexter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Poindexter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Kidney Diseases, Kidney Disease-Acute, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Springfield, MA community, Dr. Poindexter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Poindexter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Poindexter board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Anthony Poindexter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Poindexter speak?
Dr. Poindexter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Poindexter typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Poindexter 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. Poindexter. 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, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
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
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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:
- 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. Poindexter typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Anthony Poindexter may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Poindexter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Poindexter accept my insurance?
Dr. Poindexter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 733-0010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poindexter accept in West Springfield, MA?
Dr. Poindexter in West Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baystate Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Poindexter's office located?
Dr. Anthony Poindexter's Primary Practice
208 Ashley Ave
West Springfield, MA 01089
(413) 733-0010
What hospitals are Dr. Poindexter affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Poindexter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Poindexter's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poindexter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356331474.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poindexter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poindexter