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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Martinez, Nephrologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Victor Martinez, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Martinez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martinez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martinez’s office at (215) 456-8520.
What languages does Dr. Martinez speak?
Dr. Martinez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Martinez typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Martinez 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. Martinez. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Martinez typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Victor Martinez may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Martinez accept my insurance?
Dr. Martinez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 456-8520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Martinez accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Martinez in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Martinez's office located?
Dr. Victor Martinez's Primary Practice
5501 Old York Rd Ste 1
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 456-8520
What hospitals are Dr. Martinez affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Martinez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Martinez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Martinez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194341636.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martinez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Martinez
What is Dr. Victor Martinez's specialty?
Dr. Martinez is a Nephrologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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 Dr. Victor Martinez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Martinez is affiliated with Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Lankenau Medical Center 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Dr. Victor Martinez accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Victor Martinez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Martinez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office at (215) 456-8520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Victor Martinez?
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office at (215) 456-8520 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Martinez's office located?
Dr. Martinez's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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