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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wood, Nephrologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Leslie Wood, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wood graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine. Dr. Wood is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (502) 595-7744.
Where did Dr. Wood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine | Medical Degree U of L
What languages does Dr. Wood speak?
Dr. Wood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Wood typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Wood typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Leslie Wood may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Wood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?
Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 595-7744 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Wood in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wood's office located?
What is Dr. Wood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447479456.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wood
What is Dr. Leslie Wood's specialty?
Dr. Wood is a Nephrologist near Louisville, KY.
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. Leslie Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wood is affiliated with Norton Brownsboro Hospital, Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, Norton Clark Hospital, Norton 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leslie Wood accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Leslie Wood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leslie Wood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (502) 595-7744 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leslie Wood?
Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (502) 595-7744 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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