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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blank, Nephrologist in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Dr. Samantha Blank, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Wheat Ridge, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Blank is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blank’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blank’s office at (303) 327-4700.
What languages does Dr. Blank speak?
Dr. Blank and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Blank typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Blank 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. Blank. 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 Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic 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
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- 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:
- 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:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Blank typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samantha Blank may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Blank's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blank accept my insurance?
Dr. Blank accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 327-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blank accept in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Dr. Blank in Wheat Ridge, CO 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blank's office located?
Dr. Samantha Blank's Primary Practice
4891 Independence St Ste 120
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
(303) 327-4700
What is Dr. Blank's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blank's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245644384.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blank?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blank
What is Dr. Samantha Blank's specialty?
Dr. Blank is a Nephrologist near Wheat Ridge, CO.
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. Samantha Blank affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blank is affiliated with Unc Health Blue Ridge, Frye Regional Medical Center, Atrium Health Lincoln 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 Samantha Blank accepting new patients in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Yes, Dr. Samantha Blank is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samantha Blank offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blank's office at (303) 327-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samantha Blank?
Please contact Dr. Blank's office at (303) 327-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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