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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fechter, Nephrologist in Pleasant Prairie, WI?
Dr. Buckley Fechter, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Pleasant Prairie, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fechter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fechter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fechter’s office at (740) 687-8000.
What languages does Dr. Fechter speak?
Dr. Fechter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Fechter typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Fechter 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. Fechter. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Fechter typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Buckley Fechter may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Fechter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fechter accept my insurance?
Dr. Fechter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 687-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fechter accept in Pleasant Prairie, WI?
Dr. Fechter in Pleasant Prairie, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Broward Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Fechter's office located?
Dr. Buckley Fechter's Primary Practice
9555 76th St
Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
(740) 687-8000
What is Dr. Fechter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750868246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fechter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fechter
What is Dr. Buckley Fechter's specialty?
Dr. Fechter is a Nephrologist near Pleasant Prairie, WI.
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. Buckley Fechter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fechter is affiliated with Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Froedtert Hospital 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 Buckley Fechter accepting new patients in Pleasant Prairie, WI?
Yes, Dr. Buckley Fechter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Buckley Fechter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fechter's office at (740) 687-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Buckley Fechter?
Please contact Dr. Fechter's office at (740) 687-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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