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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blush, Nephrologist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Joel Blush, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Blush is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blush’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blush’s office at (516) 484-6093.
What languages does Dr. Blush speak?
Dr. Blush and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Blush treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Blush 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. Blush. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Low BP
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I950: Idiopathic hypotension
Also known as:
- Swelling
- Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
- R609: Edema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Types of Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Atypical Alzheimer's', 'Rare Alzheimer's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G308: Other Alzheimer's disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, 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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Blush perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Blush may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blush's office.
Does Dr. Blush accept my insurance?
Dr. Blush accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 484-6093 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blush accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Blush in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blush's office located?
What is Dr. Blush's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blush's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265403653.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blush?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blush
What is Dr. Joel Blush's specialty?
Dr. Blush is a Nephrologist near Staten Island, NY. 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. Blush to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Blush affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blush is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North 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
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Is Joel Blush accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joel Blush is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Blush offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blush's office at (516) 484-6093 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Blush?
Please contact Dr. Blush's office at (516) 484-6093 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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