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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waitzman, Nephrologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Joshua Waitzman, MD, PHD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Waitzman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waitzman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waitzman’s office at (617) 632-9896.
What languages does Dr. Waitzman speak?
Dr. Waitzman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Waitzman treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Waitzman 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. Waitzman. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Waitzman perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joshua Waitzman 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. Waitzman's office.
Does Dr. Waitzman accept my insurance?
Dr. Waitzman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-9896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waitzman accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Waitzman in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Point32Health
Tufts Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Waitzman's office located?
What is Dr. Waitzman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waitzman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740679414.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waitzman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waitzman
What is Dr. Joshua Waitzman's specialty?
Dr. Waitzman is a Nephrologist near Boston, MA. 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. Waitzman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Waitzman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waitzman is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Joshua Waitzman accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Waitzman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Waitzman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waitzman's office at (617) 632-9896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Waitzman?
Please contact Dr. Waitzman's office at (617) 632-9896 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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