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Dr. Sara Combs, MD
Albuquerque, NM
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Combs, Nephrologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Sara Combs, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Combs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Combs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Combs’s office.
Is Dr. Combs board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Sara Combs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Combs speak?
Dr. Combs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Combs treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Combs 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. Combs. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage 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 Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Hemodialysis Adequacy Testing
- Dialysis
- Hemodialysis efficiency test
- Dialysis dose assessment
- HD adequacy evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4931: Encounter for adequacy testing for hemodialysis
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
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. Combs perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sara Combs 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. Combs' office.
Does Dr. Combs accept my insurance?
Dr. Combs 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. Combs accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Combs in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
Scan Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Combs' office located?
What is Dr. Combs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Combs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891944344.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Combs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Combs
What is Dr. Sara Combs's specialty?
Dr. Combs is a Nephrologist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Combs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sara Combs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Combs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unm Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Sara Combs accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Sara Combs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Combs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Combs's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Combs?
Please contact Dr. Combs's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Combs have?
Dr. Sara Combs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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