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Who is Dr. Umber, Nephrologist in McKinney, TX?
Dr. Afia Umber, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in McKinney, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Umber is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umber’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umber’s office at (214) 645-1919.
Is Dr. Umber board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Afia Umber, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Umber speak?
Dr. Umber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Umber typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Umber 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. Umber. 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
- Chronic 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
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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Umber typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Afia Umber may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Umber's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Umber accept my insurance?
Dr. Umber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-1919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Umber accept in McKinney, TX?
Dr. Umber in McKinney, 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
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Umber's office located?
Dr. Afia Umber also offers virtual visits
Dr. Afia Umber's Primary Practice
5830 Collin McKinney Pkwy Ste 302
McKinney, TX 75070
(214) 645-1919
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Afia Umber?
Dr. Umber has appointments available at her McKinney, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Umber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Umber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902057383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umber?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Umber
What is Dr. Afia Umber's specialty?
Dr. Umber is a Nephrologist near McKinney, 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. Afia Umber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Umber is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving, Medical City Plano Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Afia Umber accepting new patients in McKinney, TX?
Yes, Dr. Afia Umber is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afia Umber offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Umber, or call (214) 645-1919 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Afia Umber?
Yes, Dr. Umber offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Umber, or call (214) 645-1919 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afia Umber have?
Dr. Afia Umber is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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