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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elewa, Nephrologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Usama Elewa, MD, PHD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elewa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elewa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elewa’s office at (314) 577-8765.
What languages does Dr. Elewa speak?
Dr. Elewa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Elewa typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Elewa 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. Elewa. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Narrowing of a leg or arm stent
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
- Peripheral stent blockage
- Vascular stent re-narrowing
- Blocked leg stent
- Peripheral artery stent narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
- T82856A: Stenosis of peripheral vascular stent, initial encounter
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Elewa typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Elewa performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Elewa. 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 Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
- AV Fistula Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Replacement
- Tunneled Catheter Exchange
- Central Line Replacement
- IV Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access
Does Dr. Elewa accept my insurance?
Dr. Elewa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 577-8765 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elewa accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Elewa in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
Summit Administration Services Inc
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elewa's office located?
What is Dr. Elewa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elewa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952959033.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elewa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elewa
What is Dr. Usama Elewa's specialty?
Dr. Elewa is a Nephrologist near Saint Louis, MO.
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. Usama Elewa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elewa is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center 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 Usama Elewa accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Usama Elewa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Usama Elewa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elewa's office at (314) 577-8765 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Usama Elewa?
Please contact Dr. Elewa's office at (314) 577-8765 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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