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Who is Dr. Dwal, Nephrologist in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Ashraf Dwal, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dwal is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dwal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dwal’s office at (228) 863-7393.
What languages does Dr. Dwal speak?
Dr. Dwal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dwal typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Dwal 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. Dwal. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dwal typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashraf Dwal may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Dwal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dwal accept my insurance?
Dr. Dwal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 863-7393 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dwal accept in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Dwal in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dwal's office located?
What is Dr. Dwal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689088403.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dwal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dwal
What is Dr. Ashraf Dwal's specialty?
Dr. Dwal is a Nephrologist near Gulfport, MS.
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. Ashraf Dwal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dwal is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Memorial Hospital Stone County, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Singing River Gulfport, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Ashraf Dwal accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?
Yes, Dr. Ashraf Dwal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashraf Dwal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dwal's office at (228) 863-7393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashraf Dwal?
Please contact Dr. Dwal's office at (228) 863-7393 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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