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Who is Dr. Onyirimba, Nephrologist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. James Onyirimba, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Onyirimba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onyirimba’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onyirimba’s office.
What languages does Dr. Onyirimba speak?
Dr. Onyirimba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Onyirimba treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Onyirimba 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. Onyirimba. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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 Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- 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
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Onyirimba perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Onyirimba 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. Onyirimba's office.
Does Dr. Onyirimba accept my insurance?
Dr. Onyirimba 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. Onyirimba accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Onyirimba in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medcost Preferred
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Onyirimba's office located?
What is Dr. Onyirimba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Onyirimba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720475783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onyirimba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Onyirimba
What is Dr. James Onyirimba's specialty?
Dr. Onyirimba is a Nephrologist near Jackson, MS. 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. Onyirimba to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Onyirimba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Onyirimba is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Merit Health River Oaks. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Onyirimba accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. James Onyirimba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Onyirimba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Onyirimba's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Onyirimba?
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