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Dr. Sancar Eke, MD

Nephrologist

Gig Harbor, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Eke, Nephrologist in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Dr. Sancar Eke, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Eke is fluent in English, Bengali, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eke’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eke’s office.

    Is Dr. Eke board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sancar Eke, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Eke speak?

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

    • Bengali
    • English
    • Russian
    • Spanish
    • Turkish

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • 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

    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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Eke typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sancar Eke may include:

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

    Does Dr. Eke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eke accept in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Dr. Eke in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Corewell Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Eke's office located?

    Dr. Sancar Eke's Primary Practice

    4700 Point Fosdick Dr

    Gig Harbor, WA 98335

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    Kent Multicare Clinic

    222 State Ave N

    Kent, WA 98030

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    Trauma Trust

    1717 S J St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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

    Dr. Eke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205094489.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eke?

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

    What is Dr. Sancar Eke's specialty?

    Dr. Eke is a Nephrologist near Gig Harbor, WA.

    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. Sancar Eke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Eke is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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. Sancar Eke accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Sancar Eke is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sancar Eke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eke's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sancar Eke?

    Please contact Dr. Eke's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Eke's office located?

    Dr. Eke's offices are located in Gig Harbor, WA, Kent, WA, and Tacoma, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sancar Eke have?

    Dr. Sancar Eke is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.