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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghaffar, Nephrologist in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Adil Ghaffar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ghaffar is fluent in English, Arabic, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghaffar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghaffar’s office at (573) 334-9641.
What languages does Dr. Ghaffar speak?
Dr. Ghaffar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ghaffar treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ghaffar 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. Ghaffar. 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 3a
- 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- 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
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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:
- 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:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
Which procedures does Dr. Ghaffar perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Adil Ghaffar 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. Ghaffar's office.
Does Dr. Ghaffar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghaffar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 334-9641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghaffar accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Ghaffar in Cape Girardeau, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
State of Missouri
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Where is Dr. Ghaffar's office located?
Dr. Adil Ghaffar's Primary Practice
3250 Gordonville Rd Ste 301
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-9641
What is Dr. Ghaffar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghaffar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124571948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghaffar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghaffar
What is Dr. Adil Ghaffar's specialty?
Dr. Ghaffar is a Nephrologist near Cape Girardeau, MO. 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. Ghaffar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Adil Ghaffar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghaffar is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo, Mercy Hospital Southeast 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 Adil Ghaffar accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Yes, Dr. Adil Ghaffar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adil Ghaffar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghaffar's office at (573) 334-9641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adil Ghaffar?
Please contact Dr. Ghaffar's office at (573) 334-9641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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