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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alstott, Nephrologist in Madison, WI?
Dr. James Alstott, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alstott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alstott’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alstott’s office at (504) 539-4927.
What languages does Dr. Alstott speak?
Dr. Alstott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alstott treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Alstott 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. Alstott. 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 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Alstott perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Alstott 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. Alstott's office.
Does Dr. Alstott accept my insurance?
Dr. Alstott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 539-4927 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alstott accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Alstott in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Care Wisconsin Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alstott's office located?
What is Dr. Alstott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alstott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477896355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alstott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alstott
What is Dr. James Alstott's specialty?
Dr. Alstott is a Nephrologist near Madison, WI. 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. Alstott to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Alstott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alstott is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital 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 James Alstott accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. James Alstott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Alstott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alstott's office at (504) 539-4927 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Alstott?
Please contact Dr. Alstott's office at (504) 539-4927 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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