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Who is Dr. El-Rifai, Nephrologist in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Rasha El-Rifai, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. El-Rifai is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Rifai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Rifai’s office.
What languages does Dr. El-Rifai speak?
Dr. El-Rifai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. El-Rifai treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. El-Rifai 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. El-Rifai. 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:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Multiple Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
- Post-multiple organ transplant care
- Multi-organ transplant follow-up
- Complex transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
- Z48288: Encounter for aftercare following multiple organ transplant
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Having a Pancreas Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Pancreas Transplantation
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
- Pancreatic transplant
- Pancreas replacement surgery
- Post-pancreas transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
- Z9483: Pancreas transplant status
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
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:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Rejection
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal Transplant Rejection
- Kidney Graft Rejection
- Transplant Organ Rejection
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8611: Kidney transplant rejection
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Caused by Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Renal Hypertension
- Kidney-Related High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure due to Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I151: Hypertension secondary to other renal disorders
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does Dr. El-Rifai perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. El-Rifai 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. El-Rifai. 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:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
- Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
- Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
- Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple
Does Dr. El-Rifai accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Rifai 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. El-Rifai accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. El-Rifai in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Genesis Health System
HealthPartners
Medica
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Minnesota
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Rifai's office located?
What is Dr. El-Rifai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Rifai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235424276.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Rifai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Rifai
What is Dr. Rasha El-Rifai's specialty?
Dr. El-Rifai is a Nephrologist near Minneapolis, MN. 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. El-Rifai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rasha El-Rifai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Rifai is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, St. Charles Bend, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Upstate University 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
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Is Rasha El-Rifai accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Rasha El-Rifai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rasha El-Rifai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Rifai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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