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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kent, Nephrologist in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Rebecca Kent, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kent is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kent’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kent’s office at (860) 241-0700.
What languages does Dr. Kent speak?
Dr. Kent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kent typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Other Preventive Measures Visit
- Other prophylactic care
- Specific preventive treatments
- Additional preventive health measures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2989: Encounter for other specified prophylactic measures
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kent typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rebecca Kent may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Kent's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kent accept my insurance?
Dr. Kent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 241-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kent accept in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Kent in Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kent's office located?
What is Dr. Kent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548573520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kent
What is Dr. Rebecca Kent's specialty?
Dr. Kent is a Nephrologist near Hartford, CT.
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. Rebecca Kent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kent is affiliated with Middlesex Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, William W. Backus Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital 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 Rebecca Kent accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Kent is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Kent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (860) 241-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Kent?
Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (860) 241-0700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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