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Who is Dr. Farrukh, Nephrologist in Desoto, TX?
Dr. Omar Farrukh, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Desoto, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Farrukh is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farrukh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farrukh’s office.
What languages does Dr. Farrukh speak?
Dr. Farrukh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Farrukh typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Farrukh 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. Farrukh. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic 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
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Farrukh typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Omar Farrukh may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Farrukh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Farrukh accept my insurance?
Dr. Farrukh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farrukh accept in Desoto, TX?
Dr. Farrukh in Desoto, TX 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Farrukh's office located?
What is Dr. Farrukh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farrukh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174817373.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farrukh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farrukh
What is Dr. Omar Farrukh's specialty?
Dr. Farrukh is a Nephrologist near Desoto, TX.
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. Omar Farrukh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farrukh is affiliated with Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waxahachie, Hendrick Medical Center, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Methodist Dallas 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 Omar Farrukh accepting new patients in Desoto, TX?
Yes, Dr. Omar Farrukh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Farrukh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farrukh's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Farrukh?
Please contact Dr. Farrukh's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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