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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nehme, Nephrologist in Rio Rancho, NM?
Dr. Christian Nehme, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Rio Rancho, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Nehme is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nehme’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nehme’s office at (505) 370-9600.
What languages does Dr. Nehme speak?
Dr. Nehme and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nehme treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nehme 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. Nehme. 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.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Nephritic Syndrome with Membranous Kidney Filter Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Glomerular Disease
- Kidney Inflammation Syndrome
- Membranous Glomerulonephritis
- Membranous Nephritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N052: Unspecified nephritic syndrome with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritis
Also known as:
- High Calcium
- Calcium
- Hypercalcemia
- Excess Calcium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8352: Hypercalcemia
Also known as:
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Metabolic Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Sudden Acidosis
- Metabolic Acid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis
Which procedures does Dr. Nehme perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christian Nehme may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nehme's office.
Does Dr. Nehme accept my insurance?
Dr. Nehme accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 370-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nehme accept in Rio Rancho, NM?
Dr. Nehme in Rio Rancho, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Care N' Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nehme's office located?
Dr. Christian Nehme's Primary Practice
2400 Unser Blvd SE Ste 28200
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 370-9600
What is Dr. Nehme's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nehme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477049823.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nehme?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nehme
What is Dr. Christian Nehme's specialty?
Dr. Nehme is a Nephrologist near Rio Rancho, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Nehme to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christian Nehme affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nehme is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside 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 Christian Nehme accepting new patients in Rio Rancho, NM?
Yes, Dr. Christian Nehme is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Nehme offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nehme's office at (505) 370-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Nehme?
Please contact Dr. Nehme's office at (505) 370-9600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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