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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alkhouri, Nephrologist in Chevy Chase, MD?
Dr. Ziad Alkhouri, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chevy Chase, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alkhouri is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alkhouri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alkhouri’s office.
What languages does Dr. Alkhouri speak?
Dr. Alkhouri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alkhouri typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Alkhouri 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. Alkhouri. 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)
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe 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)
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alkhouri typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ziad Alkhouri may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Alkhouri's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alkhouri accept my insurance?
Dr. Alkhouri 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. Alkhouri accept in Chevy Chase, MD?
Dr. Alkhouri in Chevy Chase, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alkhouri's office located?
What is Dr. Alkhouri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alkhouri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285075218.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alkhouri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alkhouri
What is Dr. Ziad Alkhouri's specialty?
Dr. Alkhouri is a Nephrologist near Chevy Chase, MD.
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. Ziad Alkhouri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alkhouri is affiliated with Um Capital Region Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Luminis Health Doctors Community 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 Ziad Alkhouri accepting new patients in Chevy Chase, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ziad Alkhouri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ziad Alkhouri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alkhouri's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ziad Alkhouri?
Please contact Dr. Alkhouri's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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