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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safa, Nephrologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kassem Safa, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Safa is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safa’s office at (617) 726-5050.
What languages does Dr. Safa speak?
Dr. Safa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Safa treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Safa 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. Safa. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Safa perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kassem Safa 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. Safa's office.
Does Dr. Safa accept my insurance?
Dr. Safa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-5050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safa accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Safa in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Community Health Options
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Safa's office located?
What is Dr. Safa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336397231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safa
What is Dr. Kassem Safa's specialty?
Dr. Safa is a Nephrologist near Boston, MA. 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. Safa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kassem Safa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safa is affiliated with Massachusetts General 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 Kassem Safa accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kassem Safa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kassem Safa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safa's office at (617) 726-5050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kassem Safa?
Please contact Dr. Safa's office at (617) 726-5050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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