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Dr. Boutros Sawaya, MD

Nephrologist, Internist

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sawaya, Nephrologist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Boutros Sawaya, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sawaya graduated from Tichreen University and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps, Nephrology Henry Ford Hosp, Nephrology Good Samaritan Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sawaya is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sawaya’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sawaya’s office at (859) 323-2663.

    Where did Dr. Sawaya go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps, Nephrology Henry Ford Hosp, Nephrology Good Samaritan Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Michigan Program

    • Medical School: University Of Tichreen- Fac Of Med- Lattakia- Syria (University Latakia) | Tichreen University | University of Tishreen Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sawaya board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Boutros Sawaya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sawaya speak?

    Dr. Sawaya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sawaya typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sawaya 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. Sawaya. 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 from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • 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
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    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. Sawaya typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Boutros Sawaya may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sawaya's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sawaya accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sawaya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-2663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sawaya accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Sawaya in Lexington, KY 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)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sawaya's office located?

    Dr. Boutros Sawaya's Primary Practice

    740 S Limestone

    Lexington, KY 40508

    (859) 323-2663

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    Dr. Boutros Sawaya's Practice 2

    135 E Maxwell St Ste 401

    Lexington, KY 40508

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    Dr. Boutros Sawaya's Practice 3

    100 Greatstone Pt

    Lexington, KY 40504

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    What is Dr. Sawaya's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sawaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720168859.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sawaya?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sawaya

    What is Dr. Boutros Sawaya's specialty?

    Dr. Sawaya is a Nephrologist near Lexington, KY.

    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 Dr. Boutros Sawaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sawaya is affiliated with Baptist Health Corbin, Pikeville Medical Center, Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Lexington, Frankfort Regional 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 Dr. Boutros Sawaya accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Boutros Sawaya is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Boutros Sawaya offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sawaya's office at (859) 323-2663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Boutros Sawaya?

    Please contact Dr. Sawaya's office at (859) 323-2663 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sawaya's office located?

    Dr. Sawaya's office is located in Lexington, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Boutros Sawaya have?

    Dr. Boutros Sawaya is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.