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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nijim, Nephrologist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Shadi Nijim, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Nijim is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nijim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nijim’s office at (702) 877-1877.
Where did Dr. Nijim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Al-Mustansiriyah College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nijim speak?
Dr. Nijim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Nijim treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nijim 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. Nijim. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
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
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal 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
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:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
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:
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- PTLD
- Lymphoma after transplant
- Transplant-related lymphoproliferation
ICD-10 Codes:
- D47Z1: Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD)
Also known as:
- Long-term Systemic Steroid Use
- Steroids
- Chronic systemic corticosteroid use
- Oral steroid therapy long-term
- Systemic steroid medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7952: Long term (current) use of systemic steroids
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Nijim perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shadi Nijim 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. Nijim's office.
Does Dr. Nijim accept my insurance?
Dr. Nijim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 877-1877 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nijim accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Nijim in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Partners Healthcare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nijim's office located?
Dr. Shadi Nijim's Primary Practice
500 S Rancho Dr Ste 12
Las Vegas, NV 89106
(702) 877-1877
What is Dr. Nijim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nijim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942363791.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nijim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nijim
What is Dr. Shadi Nijim's specialty?
Dr. Nijim is a Nephrologist near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Nijim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shadi Nijim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nijim is affiliated with Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Sunrise Hospital & 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 Shadi Nijim accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Shadi Nijim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shadi Nijim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nijim's office at (702) 877-1877 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shadi Nijim?
Please contact Dr. Nijim's office at (702) 877-1877 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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