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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leidner, Nephrologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Alexander Leidner, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Leidner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leidner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leidner’s office at (312) 695-0596.
What languages does Dr. Leidner speak?
Dr. Leidner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Leidner typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Leidner 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. Leidner. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Leidner typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Leidner may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Leidner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leidner accept my insurance?
Dr. Leidner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-0596 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leidner accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Leidner in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leidner's office located?
What is Dr. Leidner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leidner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174918957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leidner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leidner
What is Dr. Alexander Leidner's specialty?
Dr. Leidner is a Nephrologist near Chicago, IL.
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. Alexander Leidner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leidner is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital 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 Alexander Leidner accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Leidner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Leidner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leidner's office at (312) 695-0596 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Leidner?
Please contact Dr. Leidner's office at (312) 695-0596 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Leidner
250 Dept Of Nephrology
675 N Saint Clair St Ste 18-250
Chicago, IL 60611