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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Piburn, Pediatric Nephrologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Kim Piburn, DO is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Piburn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Piburn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Piburn’s office at (210) 358-4000.
What languages does Dr. Piburn speak?
Dr. Piburn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Piburn typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Piburn 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. Piburn. 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
- 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:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
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:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Piburn typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Piburn 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. Piburn. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Piburn accept my insurance?
Dr. Piburn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Piburn accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Piburn in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Piburn's office located?
What is Dr. Piburn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Piburn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164875076.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Piburn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Piburn
What is Dr. Kim Piburn's specialty?
Dr. Piburn is a Pediatric Nephrologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Kim Piburn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Piburn is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kim Piburn accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kim Piburn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kim Piburn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Piburn's office at (210) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kim Piburn?
Please contact Dr. Piburn's office at (210) 358-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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