KW
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Welty, Nephrologist in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Kathryn Welty, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Welty is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welty’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welty’s office at (510) 881-1490.
Is Dr. Welty board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Welty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Welty speak?
Dr. Welty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Welty typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Welty 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. Welty. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- 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
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Welty typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Welty may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Welty's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Welty accept my insurance?
Dr. Welty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 881-1490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Welty accept in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Welty in Castro Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Welty's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Welty's Primary Practice
19850 Lake Chabot Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 881-1490
What is Dr. Welty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Welty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740476761.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Welty
What is Dr. Kathryn Welty's specialty?
Dr. Welty is a Nephrologist near Castro Valley, CA.
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. Kathryn Welty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Welty is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Eden Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Washington Hospital Healthcare System, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
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 Kathryn Welty accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Welty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Welty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Welty's office at (510) 881-1490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Welty?
Please contact Dr. Welty's office at (510) 881-1490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kathryn Welty have?
Dr. Kathryn Welty is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Nephrologist Near Castro Valley, CA
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Ole Dierks, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified.
Oakland, CA
GC
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Gene-Yuan Chang, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Castro Valley, CA
VS
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Vikram Suri, MD, PHD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Berkeley, CA