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Dr. Laura Walawender, MD
Pediatric Nephrologist
,Pediatrician
,Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Nephrologist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
Boise, ID
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walawender, Pediatric Nephrologist in Boise, ID?
Dr. Laura Walawender, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID. Dr. Walawender is fluent in English, Somali, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walawender’s office at (614) 722-2000.
What languages does Dr. Walawender speak?
Dr. Walawender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Somali
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Walawender typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Walawender 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. Walawender. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Walawender typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Walawender may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Walawender's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Walawender accept my insurance?
Dr. Walawender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 722-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walawender accept in Boise, ID?
Dr. Walawender in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Intermountain Health
Mountain Health CO-OP
State of Idaho
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Walawender's office located?
What is Dr. Walawender's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walawender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518351980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walawender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walawender
What is Dr. Laura Walawender's specialty?
Dr. Walawender is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Boise, ID.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Laura Walawender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walawender is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center, St. Luke's Nampa 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Walawender accepting new patients in Boise, ID?
Yes, Dr. Laura Walawender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Walawender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walawender's office at (614) 722-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Walawender?
Please contact Dr. Walawender's office at (614) 722-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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