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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammer, Nephrologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Elizabeth Hammer, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hammer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammer’s office at (929) 455-2000.
What languages does Dr. Hammer speak?
Dr. Hammer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hammer treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Hammer 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. Hammer. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Mineral Metabolism Disorder
- Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Mineral Imbalance
- Mineral Processing Problem
- Acidic Blood
- High Acidity in Body
ICD-10 Codes:
- E839: Disorder of mineral metabolism, unspecified
- E8720: Acidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
- PKD
- Cystic Kidney Disease
- Many Kidney Cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q613: Polycystic kidney, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hammer perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elizabeth Hammer 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. Hammer's office.
Does Dr. Hammer accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (929) 455-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammer accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Hammer in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hammer's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Hammer's Primary Practice
186 Joralemon St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(929) 455-2000
What is Dr. Hammer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104117340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammer
What is Dr. Elizabeth Hammer's specialty?
Dr. Hammer is a Nephrologist near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Hammer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Hammer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammer is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 Elizabeth Hammer accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Hammer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Hammer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office at (929) 455-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Hammer?
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office at (929) 455-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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