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Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed, MD

Nephrologist

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmed, Nephrologist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Martin-Luther-Universit‰t Halle-Wittenberg Medizinische Fakult‰t and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Nephrology; St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (718) 562-2481.

    Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Nephrology; St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Barnabas Hospital | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Martin Luther University, Bereich Med, Halle, Germany | Martin-Luther-Universitaet Halle-Wittenberg, Medizinische Fakultat | Martin-Luther-Universit‰t Halle-Wittenberg Medizinische Fakult‰t

    Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?

    Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 562-2481 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Ahmed in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Amida Care

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Longevity Health Founders

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed's Primary Practice

    2385 Arthur Ave

    Bronx, NY 10458

    (718) 562-2481

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ahmed affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ahmed has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Barnabas Hospital,Bronx, NY

    What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316960941.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed

    What is Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmed is a Nephrologist near Bronx, NY.

    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 Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (718) 562-2481 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (718) 562-2481 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Dr. Ahmed's office is located in Bronx, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed have?

    Dr. Abdurhman Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.