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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franco Ahumada, Nephrologist in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Gerardo Franco Ahumada, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bangor, ME. Dr. Franco Ahumada is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco Ahumada’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franco Ahumada’s office at (207) 973-7000.
What languages does Dr. Franco Ahumada speak?
Dr. Franco Ahumada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Franco Ahumada typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Franco Ahumada 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. Franco Ahumada. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Franco Ahumada typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerardo Franco Ahumada may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Franco Ahumada's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Franco Ahumada accept my insurance?
Dr. Franco Ahumada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 973-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franco Ahumada accept in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Franco Ahumada in Bangor, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Franco Ahumada's office located?
Dr. Gerardo Franco Ahumada's Primary Practice
489 State St
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 973-7000
What is Dr. Franco Ahumada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Franco Ahumada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295176089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franco Ahumada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Franco Ahumada
What is Dr. Gerardo Franco Ahumada's specialty?
Dr. Franco Ahumada is a Nephrologist near Bangor, ME.
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. Gerardo Franco Ahumada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franco Ahumada is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gerardo Franco Ahumada accepting new patients in Bangor, ME?
Yes, Dr. Gerardo Franco Ahumada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerardo Franco Ahumada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franco Ahumada's office at (207) 973-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerardo Franco Ahumada?
Please contact Dr. Franco Ahumada's office at (207) 973-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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