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Dr. Charles Varnell, MD

Dr. Charles Varnell, MD

Cincinnati, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varnell, Pediatric Nephrologist in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Charles Varnell, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Varnell graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Children's Hospital/Boston Medical Center Program A. Dr. Varnell is fluent in English, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Turkish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varnell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varnell’s office at (513) 636-4531.

    Where did Dr. Varnell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children's Hospital/Boston Medical Center Program A

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Varnell speak?

    Dr. Varnell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    • Somali

    • Spanish

    • Turkish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Varnell typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Varnell 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. Varnell. 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:

    • 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:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    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 Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Varnell typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Varnell performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Varnell. 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:

    • Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
    • Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
    • Plasma Pheresis
    • Blood Plasma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Biopsy
    • Renal biopsy
    • Percutaneous kidney biopsy
    • Needle kidney biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle

    Does Dr. Varnell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varnell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-4531 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Varnell accept in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Varnell in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Varnell's office located?

    Dr. Charles Varnell's Primary Practice

    3333 Burnet Ave

    Cincinnati, OH 45229

    (513) 636-4531

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    Dr. Charles Varnell's Practice 2

    7777 Yankee Rd

    Liberty Township, OH 45044

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    What is Dr. Varnell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Varnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659661734.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varnell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varnell

    What is Dr. Charles Varnell's specialty?

    Dr. Varnell is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Cincinnati, OH.

    What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.

    Is this Dr. Charles Varnell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varnell is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Louisville, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Pikeville Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Baptist Health Corbin 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric 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 Charles Varnell accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Varnell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Varnell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varnell's office at (513) 636-4531 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Varnell?

    Please contact Dr. Varnell's office at (513) 636-4531 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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