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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kiessling, Pediatric Nephrologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Stefan Kiessling, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kiessling completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Nephrology; Univ Of Ky-A B Chandler Mc, Pediatrics. Dr. Kiessling is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kiessling’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kiessling’s office at (859) 257-1000.
Where did Dr. Kiessling go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Nephrology; Univ Of Ky-A B Chandler Mc, Pediatrics
Medical School: Friedrich-Alexander-Univ- Med Fak- Erlangen- Germany
Is Dr. Kiessling board certified as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Stefan Kiessling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kiessling speak?
Dr. Kiessling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Kiessling treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Kiessling 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. Kiessling. 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.
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kiessling perform as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stefan Kiessling may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kiessling's office.
Does Dr. Kiessling accept my insurance?
Dr. Kiessling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 257-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kiessling accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Kiessling in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kiessling's office located?
Dr. Stefan Kiessling's Primary Practice
740S N Limestone Ste K201
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 257-1000
What is Dr. Kiessling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kiessling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699791038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kiessling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kiessling
What is Dr. Stefan Kiessling's specialty?
Dr. Kiessling is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Lexington, KY. A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy. Contact Dr. Kiessling to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stefan Kiessling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kiessling is affiliated with Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Lexington, UK King's Daughters Medical Center, Baptist Health Corbin 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Nephrologist?
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Is Stefan Kiessling accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Stefan Kiessling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stefan Kiessling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kiessling's office at (859) 257-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stefan Kiessling?
Please contact Dr. Kiessling's office at (859) 257-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stefan Kiessling have?
Dr. Stefan Kiessling is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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