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50 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Smith, Nephrologist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Stephen Smith, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA. He has been practicing for over 50 years. Dr. Smith graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (559) 625-4630.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Smith typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Smith typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Smith may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Smith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851452148.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Stephen Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Nephrologist near Visalia, CA.
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. Stephen Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Smith is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Stephen Smith accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (559) 625-4630 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (559) 625-4630 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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