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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kassis Akl, Nephrologist in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Nader Kassis Akl, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Lansing, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kassis Akl is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassis Akl’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassis Akl’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kassis Akl speak?
Dr. Kassis Akl and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kassis Akl typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kassis Akl 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. Kassis Akl. 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, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kassis Akl typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nader Kassis Akl may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Kassis Akl's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kassis Akl accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassis Akl 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. Kassis Akl accept in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Kassis Akl in Lansing, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
McLaren Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kassis Akl's office located?
What is Dr. Kassis Akl's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassis Akl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407086325.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassis Akl?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassis Akl
What is Dr. Nader Kassis Akl's specialty?
Dr. Kassis Akl is a Nephrologist near Lansing, MI.
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. Nader Kassis Akl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kassis Akl is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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 Nader Kassis Akl accepting new patients in Lansing, MI?
Yes, Dr. Nader Kassis Akl is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nader Kassis Akl offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassis Akl's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nader Kassis Akl?
Please contact Dr. Kassis Akl's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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