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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonzalez Negrete, Nephrologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Elvira Gonzalez Negrete, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gonzalez Negrete is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez Negrete’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez Negrete’s office at (520) 621-5227.
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez Negrete speak?
Dr. Gonzalez Negrete and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Gonzalez Negrete typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Gonzalez Negrete 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. Gonzalez Negrete. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Gonzalez Negrete typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elvira Gonzalez Negrete may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez Negrete's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gonzalez Negrete accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez Negrete accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 621-5227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez Negrete accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Gonzalez Negrete in Tucson, AZ 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez Negrete's office located?
Dr. Elvira Gonzalez Negrete's Primary Practice
3838 N Campbell Ave Bldg 1
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 621-5227
Dr. Elvira Gonzalez Negrete's Practice 3
Banner University Medical Center
Tucson, AZ 85724
What is Dr. Gonzalez Negrete's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez Negrete's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245852060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez Negrete?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez Negrete
What is Dr. Elvira Gonzalez Negrete's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez Negrete is a Nephrologist near Tucson, AZ.
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. Elvira Gonzalez Negrete affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez Negrete is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Banner Ocotillo 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 Elvira Gonzalez Negrete accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Elvira Gonzalez Negrete is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elvira Gonzalez Negrete offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez Negrete's office at (520) 621-5227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elvira Gonzalez Negrete?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez Negrete's office at (520) 621-5227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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