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Who is Dr. Chowdhury, Nephrologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Raad Chowdhury, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chowdhury is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chowdhury’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chowdhury’s office at (617) 732-5500.
What languages does Dr. Chowdhury speak?
Dr. Chowdhury and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chowdhury treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chowdhury 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. Chowdhury. 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 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- ESRD
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
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:
- Protein in Urine
- Other Types of Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Various proteinuria
- Different forms of protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R808: Other proteinuria
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Light Chain Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- AL Amyloidosis
- Primary Amyloidosis
- Immunoglobulin Light Chain Amyloidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8581: Light chain (AL) amyloidosis
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Low Magnesium Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hypomagnesemia
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Magnesium Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8342: Hypomagnesemia
Which procedures does Dr. Chowdhury perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Raad Chowdhury 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. Chowdhury's office.
Does Dr. Chowdhury accept my insurance?
Dr. Chowdhury accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chowdhury accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chowdhury 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Federal Employee Program
Mattel Inc
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chowdhury's office located?
What is Dr. Chowdhury's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chowdhury's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164951430.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chowdhury?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chowdhury
What is Dr. Raad Chowdhury's specialty?
Dr. Chowdhury 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. Chowdhury to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raad Chowdhury affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chowdhury is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Elliot Hospital, Emerson Health, South County Hospital Campus, Newton-Wellesley 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 Raad Chowdhury accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Raad Chowdhury is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raad Chowdhury offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhury's office at (617) 732-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raad Chowdhury?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhury's office at (617) 732-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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