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Who is Dr. Alrifai, Nephrologist in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alrifai is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alrifai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alrifai’s office at (502) 587-9660.
Is Dr. Alrifai board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alrifai speak?
Dr. Alrifai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alrifai typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Alrifai 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. Alrifai. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alrifai typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Alrifai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alrifai accept my insurance?
Dr. Alrifai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 587-9660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alrifai accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Alrifai in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alrifai's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai's Primary Practice
913 E 26th St Ste 402
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(502) 587-9660
Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai's Practice 3
225 Smith Ave N Ste 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102
What is Dr. Alrifai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alrifai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780831529.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alrifai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alrifai
What is Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai's specialty?
Dr. Alrifai is a Nephrologist near Minneapolis, MN.
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. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alrifai is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, United Hospital, St. Francis Regional Medical Center, New Ulm Medical Center, Fairview Ridges 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 Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alrifai's office at (502) 587-9660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai?
Please contact Dr. Alrifai's office at (502) 587-9660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai have?
Dr. Ahmed Zeen Alabedeen Alrifai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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