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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Packer, Nephrologist in New York, NY?
Dr. David Packer, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Packer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Packer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Packer’s office at (212) 263-0705.
What languages does Dr. Packer speak?
Dr. Packer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Packer treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Packer 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. Packer. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Packer perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Packer 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. Packer's office.
Does Dr. Packer accept my insurance?
Dr. Packer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-0705 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Packer accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Packer in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cooperative Benefit Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Packer's office located?
What is Dr. Packer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Packer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386039436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Packer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Packer
What is Dr. David Packer's specialty?
Dr. Packer is a Nephrologist near New York, NY. 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. Packer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Packer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Packer is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai West 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 David Packer accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. David Packer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Packer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Packer's office at (212) 263-0705 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Packer?
Please contact Dr. Packer's office at (212) 263-0705 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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