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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shawar, Nephrologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Saed Shawar is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shawar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shawar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shawar’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What languages does Dr. Shawar speak?
Dr. Shawar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Shawar treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shawar 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. Shawar. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
- Z941: Heart transplant status
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:
- Kidney Transplant Failure
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal Transplant Failure
- Failed Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Graft Failure
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8612: Kidney transplant failure
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Shawar perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Saed Shawar 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. Shawar's office.
Does Dr. Shawar accept my insurance?
Dr. Shawar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shawar accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Shawar in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Alabama
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shawar's office located?
What is Dr. Shawar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shawar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164779393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shawar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shawar
What is Dr. Saed Shawar's specialty?
Dr. Shawar is a Nephrologist near Nashville, TN. 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. Shawar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Saed Shawar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shawar is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Piedmont Henry 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
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Is Saed Shawar accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Saed Shawar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saed Shawar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shawar's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saed Shawar?
Please contact Dr. Shawar's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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