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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nwankwo, Nephrologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Christian Nwankwo, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nwankwo is fluent in English, German, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nwankwo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nwankwo’s office at (314) 768-8000.
What languages does Dr. Nwankwo speak?
Dr. Nwankwo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Hebrew
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Nwankwo typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nwankwo 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. Nwankwo. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- 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)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Nwankwo typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christian Nwankwo may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nwankwo accept my insurance?
Dr. Nwankwo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 768-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nwankwo accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Nwankwo in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Essence Healthcare
Humana
Medicare
Missouri Consolidated
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nwankwo's office located?
Dr. Christian Nwankwo's Primary Practice
10004 Kennerly Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63128
(314) 768-8000
What is Dr. Nwankwo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nwankwo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679772198.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nwankwo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nwankwo
What is Dr. Christian Nwankwo's specialty?
Dr. Nwankwo is a Nephrologist near Saint Louis, MO.
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. Christian Nwankwo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nwankwo is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital South, Christian Hospital, Mercy Hospital St. Louis 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 Christian Nwankwo accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Christian Nwankwo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Nwankwo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office at (314) 768-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Nwankwo?
Please contact Dr. Nwankwo's office at (314) 768-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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