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Who is Dr. Chiang, Nephrologist in Buffalo Grove, IL?
Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo Grove, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chiang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiang’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiang’s office at (847) 394-1843.
Is Dr. Chiang board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chiang speak?
Dr. Chiang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chiang typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chiang 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. Chiang. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chiang typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chiang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chiang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 394-1843 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiang accept in Buffalo Grove, IL?
Dr. Chiang in Buffalo Grove, IL 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chiang's office located?
Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang's Primary Practice
1291 W Dundee Rd
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
(847) 394-1843
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang?
Dr. Chiang has appointments available at her Buffalo Grove, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Chiang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386842557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiang
What is Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang's specialty?
Dr. Chiang is a Nephrologist near Buffalo Grove, IL.
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. Lo-Ku Chiang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiang is affiliated with Endeavor Health Northwest Community 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Lo-Ku Chiang accepting new patients in Buffalo Grove, IL?
Yes, Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chiang, or call (847) 394-1843 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Lo-Ku Chiang?
Please contact Dr. Chiang's office at (847) 394-1843 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang have?
Dr. Lo-Ku Chiang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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