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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rojas Escandon, Nephrologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rojas Escandon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rojas Escandon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rojas Escandon’s office at (253) 207-4830.
Is Dr. Rojas Escandon board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rojas Escandon speak?
Dr. Rojas Escandon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rojas Escandon treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Rojas Escandon 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. Rojas Escandon. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- 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:
- 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 Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Rojas Escandon perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon 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. Rojas Escandon's office.
Does Dr. Rojas Escandon accept my insurance?
Dr. Rojas Escandon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 207-4830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rojas Escandon accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Rojas Escandon in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rojas Escandon's office located?
Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon's Primary Practice
1708 Yakima Ave Ste 107
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 207-4830
What is Dr. Rojas Escandon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rojas Escandon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942400700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rojas Escandon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rojas Escandon
What is Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon's specialty?
Dr. Rojas Escandon is a Nephrologist near Tacoma, WA. 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. Rojas Escandon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rojas Escandon is affiliated with St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 Maria Rojas Escandon accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rojas Escandon's office at (253) 207-4830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Rojas Escandon?
Please contact Dr. Rojas Escandon's office at (253) 207-4830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon have?
Dr. Maria Rojas Escandon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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