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Who is Dr. Varghese, Nephrologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Gregory Varghese, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Varghese is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varghese’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varghese’s office.
What languages does Dr. Varghese speak?
Dr. Varghese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Varghese typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Varghese 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. Varghese. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney 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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Varghese typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Varghese 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. Varghese. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Replacement
- Tunneled Catheter Exchange
- Central Line Replacement
- IV Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Does Dr. Varghese accept my insurance?
Dr. Varghese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varghese accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Varghese in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Varghese's office located?
Dr. Gregory Varghese's Primary Practice
1230 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 301
Allentown, PA 18103
What is Dr. Varghese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varghese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922364066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varghese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varghese
What is Dr. Gregory Varghese's specialty?
Dr. Varghese is a Nephrologist near Allentown, 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 this Dr. Gregory Varghese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varghese is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 Gregory Varghese accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Varghese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Varghese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varghese's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Varghese?
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