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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cooper, Nephrologist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. James Cooper, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cooper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cooper’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cooper’s office at (720) 848-0000.
Where did Dr. Cooper go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Cooper speak?
Dr. Cooper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Cooper typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper. 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:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Cooper typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Cooper accept my insurance?
Dr. Cooper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cooper accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Cooper in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cooper's office located?
What is Dr. Cooper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cooper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356487516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cooper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cooper
What is Dr. James Cooper's specialty?
Dr. Cooper is a Nephrologist near Aurora, CO.
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. James Cooper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cooper is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Aspen Valley Hospital, Bryan East Campus, Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, Banner Wyoming 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Cooper accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. James Cooper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Cooper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cooper's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Cooper?
Please contact Dr. Cooper's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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