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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bernard, Nephrologist in Hudson, FL?
Dr. Linda Bernard, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Hudson, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bernard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernard’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernard’s office.
What languages does Dr. Bernard speak?
Dr. Bernard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bernard treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bernard 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. Bernard. 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, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Bernard perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Linda Bernard 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. Bernard's office.
Does Dr. Bernard accept my insurance?
Dr. Bernard 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. Bernard accept in Hudson, FL?
Dr. Bernard in Hudson, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bernard's office located?
Dr. Linda Bernard's Practice 2
41747 US Highway 19 N
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
(727) 937-2400
What is Dr. Bernard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bernard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730508144.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bernard
What is Dr. Linda Bernard's specialty?
Dr. Bernard is a Nephrologist near Hudson, FL. 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. Bernard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linda Bernard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bernard is affiliated with Hca Florida Trinity 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 Linda Bernard accepting new patients in Hudson, FL?
Yes, Dr. Linda Bernard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Bernard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bernard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Bernard?
Please contact Dr. Bernard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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