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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wilkerson, Nephrologist in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Paducah, KY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wilkerson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilkerson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilkerson’s office at (270) 538-5880.
Is Dr. Wilkerson board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wilkerson speak?
Dr. Wilkerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Wilkerson typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Wilkerson 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. Wilkerson. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
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:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Wilkerson typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Wilkerson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wilkerson. 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:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Does Dr. Wilkerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Wilkerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 538-5880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wilkerson accept in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Wilkerson in Paducah, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wilkerson's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson's Primary Practice
1532 Lone Oak Rd Ste 315
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-5880
What is Dr. Wilkerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wilkerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235326737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilkerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wilkerson
What is Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson's specialty?
Dr. Wilkerson is a Nephrologist near Paducah, KY.
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. Jonathan Wilkerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wilkerson is affiliated with Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah, Baptist Health Paducah, Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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 Jonathan Wilkerson accepting new patients in Paducah, KY?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office at (270) 538-5880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Wilkerson?
Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office at (270) 538-5880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson have?
Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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