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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Griffin, Nephrologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Benjamin Griffin, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffin’s office.
What languages does Dr. Griffin speak?
Dr. Griffin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Griffin typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Griffin typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Griffin may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Griffin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Griffin accept my insurance?
Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Griffin in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Medicare
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?
What is Dr. Griffin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Griffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568726529.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griffin
What is Dr. Benjamin Griffin's specialty?
Dr. Griffin is a Nephrologist near Iowa City, IA.
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. Benjamin Griffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Griffin is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown 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 Benjamin Griffin accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Griffin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Griffin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Griffin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Griffin?
Please contact Dr. Griffin's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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