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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rizzolo, Nephrologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Katherine Rizzolo, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rizzolo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rizzolo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rizzolo’s office at (207) 662-1340.
What languages does Dr. Rizzolo speak?
Dr. Rizzolo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rizzolo treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Rizzolo 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. Rizzolo. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Which procedures does Dr. Rizzolo perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Katherine Rizzolo 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. Rizzolo's office.
Does Dr. Rizzolo accept my insurance?
Dr. Rizzolo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 662-1340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rizzolo accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rizzolo in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Rizzolo's office located?
Dr. Katherine Rizzolo's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(207) 662-1340
What is Dr. Rizzolo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rizzolo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154775070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rizzolo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rizzolo
What is Dr. Katherine Rizzolo's specialty?
Dr. Rizzolo is a Nephrologist near Boston, MA. 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. Rizzolo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Katherine Rizzolo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rizzolo is affiliated with Boston Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Katherine Rizzolo accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Rizzolo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Rizzolo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rizzolo's office at (207) 662-1340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Rizzolo?
Please contact Dr. Rizzolo's office at (207) 662-1340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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