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Who is Dr. Baracaldo Villalba, Nephrologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Rafael Baracaldo Villalba, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baracaldo Villalba is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baracaldo Villalba’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baracaldo Villalba’s office at (502) 587-9660.
What languages does Dr. Baracaldo Villalba speak?
Dr. Baracaldo Villalba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Baracaldo Villalba typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Baracaldo Villalba 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. Baracaldo Villalba. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Baracaldo Villalba typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Baracaldo Villalba 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. Baracaldo Villalba. 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
Does Dr. Baracaldo Villalba accept my insurance?
Dr. Baracaldo Villalba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 587-9660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baracaldo Villalba accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Baracaldo Villalba 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
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Signature Advantage Plan
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Baracaldo Villalba's office located?
Dr. Rafael Baracaldo Villalba's Primary Practice
6400 Dutchmans Pkwy Ste 250
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 587-9660
Dr. Rafael Baracaldo Villalba's Practice 2
1023 New Moody Ln Ste 202A
La Grange, KY 40031
Dr. Rafael Baracaldo Villalba's Practice 3
3 Audubon Plaza Dr Ste 330
Louisville, KY 40217
What is Dr. Baracaldo Villalba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baracaldo Villalba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013151968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baracaldo Villalba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baracaldo Villalba
What is Dr. Rafael Baracaldo Villalba's specialty?
Dr. Baracaldo Villalba 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. Rafael Baracaldo Villalba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baracaldo Villalba is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, Norton Hospital, Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Norton Brownsboro Hospital, Norton Clark 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 Rafael Baracaldo Villalba accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Baracaldo Villalba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Baracaldo Villalba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baracaldo Villalba's office at (502) 587-9660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Baracaldo Villalba?
Please contact Dr. Baracaldo Villalba's office at (502) 587-9660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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