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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth, Nephrologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth’s office.
What languages does Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth speak?
Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth 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. Togonu-Bickersteth. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
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
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth accept my insurance?
Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth's office located?
Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth's Primary Practice
1230 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 301
Allentown, PA 18103
What hospitals are Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono,East Stroudsburg, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Colon Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono,East Stroudsburg, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Colon Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
St. Luke's Grand View Hospital,Sellersville, PARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
St. Luke's Grand View Hospital,Sellersville, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street,Pottsville, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street,Pottsville, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PARanked Lung Cancer Surgery
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg,Bethlehem, PA
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg,Bethlehem, PA
What is Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508126533.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth
What is Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth's specialty?
Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth is a Nephrologist near Allentown, PA.
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 Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke's Grand View Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Geisinger Wyoming Valley 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
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Is Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nukanme Togonu-Bickersteth?
Please contact Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth's office located?
Dr. Togonu-Bickersteth's offices are located in Allentown, PA, Easton, PA, and East Stroudsburg, PA.
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