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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ribakare, Nephrologist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Divine Ribakare, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ribakare is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ribakare’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ribakare’s office at (501) 321-9803.
What languages does Dr. Ribakare speak?
Dr. Ribakare and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Ribakare treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ribakare 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. Ribakare. 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 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney-Related High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Renovascular Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure from Kidney Artery Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I150: Renovascular hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
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:
- 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:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Magnesium Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hypomagnesemia
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Magnesium Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8342: Hypomagnesemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ribakare perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Divine Ribakare 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. Ribakare's office.
Does Dr. Ribakare accept my insurance?
Dr. Ribakare accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 321-9803 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ribakare accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Ribakare in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
CareOregon
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicaid
Medicare
Peace Health
Providence Health Plans
Samaritan Health Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ribakare's office located?
Dr. Divine Ribakare's Primary Practice
1500 Dodson Ave Ste 280
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(501) 321-9803
What is Dr. Ribakare's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ribakare's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932441680.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ribakare?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ribakare
What is Dr. Divine Ribakare's specialty?
Dr. Ribakare is a Nephrologist near Fort Smith, AR. 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. Ribakare to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Divine Ribakare affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ribakare is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Samaritan Albany General Hospital 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
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Is Divine Ribakare accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Divine Ribakare is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Divine Ribakare offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ribakare's office at (501) 321-9803 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Divine Ribakare?
Please contact Dr. Ribakare's office at (501) 321-9803 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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