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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kassa, Nephrologist in Conyers, GA?
Dr. Yilikal Kassa, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Conyers, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kassa graduated from Addis Ababa University. Dr. Kassa is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassa’s office at (678) 413-3261.
Where did Dr. Kassa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Addis Ababa University
What languages does Dr. Kassa speak?
Dr. Kassa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kassa typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kassa 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. Kassa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kassa typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Yilikal Kassa may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Kassa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kassa accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 413-3261 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kassa accept in Conyers, GA?
Dr. Kassa in Conyers, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kassa's office located?
Dr. Yilikal Kassa's Primary Practice
1612 Milstead Rd NE # A
Conyers, GA 30012
(678) 413-3261
What is Dr. Kassa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114222676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassa
What is Dr. Yilikal Kassa's specialty?
Dr. Kassa is a Nephrologist near Conyers, GA.
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. Yilikal Kassa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kassa is affiliated with Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center 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 Yilikal Kassa accepting new patients in Conyers, GA?
Yes, Dr. Yilikal Kassa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yilikal Kassa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassa's office at (678) 413-3261 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yilikal Kassa?
Please contact Dr. Kassa's office at (678) 413-3261 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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