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Who is Dr. Whitney, Nephrologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Charis Whitney, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Whitney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitney’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitney’s office at (602) 200-8288.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Whitney?
Dr. Charis Whitney, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Whitney empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Nephrology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phoenix/AZ community, Dr. Whitney is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Whitney speak?
Dr. Whitney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Whitney treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Whitney 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. Whitney. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- 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
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
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
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
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:
- Arteriovenous Fistula
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Fistulas
- AV Fistula
- Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection
- Artery-Vein Connection
ICD-10 Codes:
- I770: Arteriovenous fistula, acquired
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Which procedures does Dr. Whitney perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charis Whitney 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. Whitney's office.
Does Dr. Whitney accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 200-8288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitney accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Whitney in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Cash
Centene
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whitney's office located?
What is Dr. Whitney's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568876597.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitney?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitney
What is Dr. Charis Whitney's specialty?
Dr. Whitney is a Nephrologist near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Whitney to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charis Whitney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitney is affiliated with Abrazo Central Campus 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 Charis Whitney accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Charis Whitney is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charis Whitney offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitney's office at (602) 200-8288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charis Whitney?
Please contact Dr. Whitney's office at (602) 200-8288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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