Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saxena, Nephrologist in Rocky Mount, NC?
Dr. Nakshatra Saxena, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Rocky Mount, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Saxena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxena’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxena’s office at (252) 937-0200.
What languages does Dr. Saxena speak?
Dr. Saxena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Saxena treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
Also known as:
- High Calcium
- Calcium
- Hypercalcemia
- Excess Calcium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8352: Hypercalcemia
Also known as:
- General Counseling
- Therapy Services
- Support Sessions
- Mental Health Support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z719: Counseling, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Saxena perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nakshatra Saxena may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saxena's office.
Does Dr. Saxena accept my insurance?
Dr. Saxena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 937-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saxena accept in Rocky Mount, NC?
Dr. Saxena in Rocky Mount, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?
Dr. Nakshatra Saxena's Primary Practice
901 N Winstead Ave
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
(252) 937-0200
What is Dr. Saxena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saxena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235368507.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saxena
What is Dr. Nakshatra Saxena's specialty?
Dr. Saxena is a Nephrologist near Rocky Mount, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Saxena to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nakshatra Saxena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saxena is affiliated with Ecu Health Edgecombe Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Nakshatra Saxena accepting new patients in Rocky Mount, NC?
Yes, Dr. Nakshatra Saxena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nakshatra Saxena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (252) 937-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nakshatra Saxena?
Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (252) 937-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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