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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Nephrologist in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Dhruti Chen, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (214) 688-6626.
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chen 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. Chen. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dhruti Chen may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 688-6626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Chen in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972861995.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chen
What is Dr. Dhruti Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Nephrologist near Chapel Hill, NC.
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. Dhruti Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital-Unc 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 Dhruti Chen accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
Yes, Dr. Dhruti Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dhruti Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (214) 688-6626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dhruti Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (214) 688-6626 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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