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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adogu, Nephrologist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Azubueze Adogu, MD, PHD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. Dr. Adogu is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adogu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adogu’s office at (706) 227-2110.
What languages does Dr. Adogu speak?
Dr. Adogu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Adogu typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Adogu 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. Adogu. 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
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Adogu typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Adogu 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. Adogu. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Adogu accept my insurance?
Dr. Adogu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 227-2110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adogu accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Adogu in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Adogu's office located?
What is Dr. Adogu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adogu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518905959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adogu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adogu
What is Dr. Azubueze Adogu's specialty?
Dr. Adogu is a Nephrologist near Athens, 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. Azubueze Adogu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adogu is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Emory University Hospital Midtown 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 Azubueze Adogu accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Azubueze Adogu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Azubueze Adogu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adogu's office at (706) 227-2110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Azubueze Adogu?
Please contact Dr. Adogu's office at (706) 227-2110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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