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Who is Dr. Egwim, Nephrologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Chidiebube Egwim, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Egwim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Egwim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Egwim’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What languages does Dr. Egwim speak?
Dr. Egwim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Egwim treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Egwim 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. Egwim. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Which procedures does Dr. Egwim perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chidiebube Egwim 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. Egwim's office.
Does Dr. Egwim accept my insurance?
Dr. Egwim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Egwim accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Egwim in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
New York Life
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Egwim's office located?
Dr. Chidiebube Egwim's Primary Practice
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
What is Dr. Egwim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Egwim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962866467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Egwim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Egwim
What is Dr. Chidiebube Egwim's specialty?
Dr. Egwim is a Nephrologist near Nashville, TN. 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. Egwim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chidiebube Egwim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Egwim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lebanon Va Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Nephrologist?
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Is Chidiebube Egwim accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Chidiebube Egwim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chidiebube Egwim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Egwim's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chidiebube Egwim?
Please contact Dr. Egwim's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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