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Who is Dr. Monaco, Nephrologist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Monaco, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Monaco is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Monaco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Monaco’s office at (415) 745-5665.
Is Dr. Monaco board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Monaco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Monaco speak?
Dr. Monaco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Monaco typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Monaco 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. Monaco. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome Stage 5
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I1311: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Monaco typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Monaco may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Monaco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Monaco accept my insurance?
Dr. Monaco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 745-5665 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Monaco accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Monaco in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Monaco's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Monaco's Primary Practice
105 N Bascom Ave Ste 202
San Jose, CA 95128
(415) 745-5665
What is Dr. Monaco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Monaco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457404816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Monaco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Monaco
What is Dr. Nicholas Monaco's specialty?
Dr. Monaco is a Nephrologist near San Jose, CA.
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. Nicholas Monaco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Monaco is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nicholas Monaco accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Monaco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Monaco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Monaco's office at (415) 745-5665 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Monaco?
Please contact Dr. Monaco's office at (415) 745-5665 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Monaco have?
Dr. Nicholas Monaco is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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