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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ukoli, Nephrologist in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Preston Ukoli, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years. Dr. Ukoli is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ukoli’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ukoli’s office at (956) 542-1655.
Where did Dr. Ukoli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria
What languages does Dr. Ukoli speak?
Dr. Ukoli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ukoli typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ukoli 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. Ukoli. 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
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ukoli typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Preston Ukoli may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Ukoli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ukoli accept my insurance?
Dr. Ukoli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 542-1655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ukoli accept in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Ukoli in Brownsville, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ukoli's office located?
Dr. Preston Ukoli's Primary Practice
1211 E Alton Gloor Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 542-1655
What is Dr. Ukoli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ukoli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962627026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ukoli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ukoli
What is Dr. Preston Ukoli's specialty?
Dr. Ukoli is a Nephrologist near Brownsville, 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. Preston Ukoli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ukoli is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, Dhr Health 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 Preston Ukoli accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?
Yes, Dr. Preston Ukoli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Preston Ukoli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ukoli's office at (956) 542-1655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Preston Ukoli?
Please contact Dr. Ukoli's office at (956) 542-1655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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