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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khan, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ali Khan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Khan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khan’s office at (260) 415-5686.
Where did Dr. Khan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
Is Dr. Khan board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Ali Khan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khan speak?
Dr. Khan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Khan typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Khan 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. Khan. 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, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
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:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Complication
- Dialysis Catheter Problem
- Kidney Dialysis Tube Issue
- Vascular Access Catheter Complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8249XA: Other complication of vascular dialysis catheter, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Khan typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Khan 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. Khan. 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:
- 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:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
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
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
- Dialysis Circuit Angiography
- Fistula/Graft Evaluation
- Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36901: 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;
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Clearing Blocked Dialysis Access with Balloon and Clot Removal
- Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Access Declotting
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Repair
CPT Codes:
- 36905: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, dialysis circuit, any method, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation, diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement(s), and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s); with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Arterial Catheter Placement
- Selective Artery Catheterization
- Thoracic Artery Catheter
- Brachiocephalic Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36215: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
Does Dr. Khan accept my insurance?
Dr. Khan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 415-5686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khan accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Khan in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khan's office located?
What is Dr. Khan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215052121.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khan
What is Dr. Ali Khan's specialty?
Dr. Khan is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX.
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. Ali Khan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khan is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands 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
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Is Ali Khan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ali Khan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ali Khan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (260) 415-5686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ali Khan?
Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (260) 415-5686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ali Khan have?
Dr. Ali Khan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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