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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mikhael, Nephrologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Bassem Mikhael, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mikhael is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mikhael’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mikhael’s office at (202) 741-2283.
What languages does Dr. Mikhael speak?
Dr. Mikhael and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Mikhael typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Mikhael 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. Mikhael. 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
- End-Stage 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
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal 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 Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- 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. Mikhael typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Mikhael performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mikhael. 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:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Does Dr. Mikhael accept my insurance?
Dr. Mikhael accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2283 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mikhael accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Mikhael in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mikhael's office located?
What is Dr. Mikhael's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mikhael's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457708059.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mikhael?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mikhael
What is Dr. Bassem Mikhael's specialty?
Dr. Mikhael is a Nephrologist near Washington, DC.
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. Bassem Mikhael affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mikhael is affiliated with George Washington University 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bassem Mikhael accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Bassem Mikhael is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bassem Mikhael offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mikhael's office at (202) 741-2283 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bassem Mikhael?
Please contact Dr. Mikhael's office at (202) 741-2283 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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