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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elsharkawi, Nephrologist in Brunswick, GA?
Dr. Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Brunswick, GA. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Elsharkawi graduated from Ain Shams University and completed his residency at Emory University. Dr. Elsharkawi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elsharkawi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elsharkawi’s office at (912) 262-2723.
Where did Dr. Elsharkawi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Emory University
Residency: Emory University
Medical School: Ain Shams University
What languages does Dr. Elsharkawi speak?
Dr. Elsharkawi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Elsharkawi typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Elsharkawi 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. Elsharkawi. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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:
- 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 with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Elsharkawi typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Elsharkawi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elsharkawi accept my insurance?
Dr. Elsharkawi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 262-2723 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elsharkawi accept in Brunswick, GA?
Dr. Elsharkawi in Brunswick, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Elsharkawi's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi's Primary Practice
3025 Shrine Rd Ste 270
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 262-2723
What is Dr. Elsharkawi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elsharkawi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861456378.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elsharkawi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elsharkawi
What is Dr. Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi's specialty?
Dr. Elsharkawi is a Nephrologist near Brunswick, GA.
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. Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elsharkawi is affiliated with Southeast Georgia Health System Brunswick Campus, Memorial Health, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Uf Health Jacksonville, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi accepting new patients in Brunswick, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elsharkawi's office at (912) 262-2723 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Elsayed Elsharkawi?
Please contact Dr. Elsharkawi's office at (912) 262-2723 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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