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Who is Dr. Ahmed, Nephrologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Sadiq Ahmed, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed completed his residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (859) 323-2663.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Mymensingh Med Coll, Mymensingh, Bangladesh
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Sadiq 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:
Bengali
English
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
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic 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
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sadiq Ahmed may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (859) 323-2663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Ahmed in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Sadiq Ahmed's Primary Practice
101 Sanders-Brown Bldg
Lexington, KY 40536
(859) 323-2663
Dr. Sadiq Ahmed's Practice 3
University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Ctr 800 Ro
Lexington, KY 40536
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An 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 1912920679.
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. Sadiq Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Nephrologist near Lexington, 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. Sadiq Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, Saint Joseph London, Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Lexington 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 Sadiq Ahmed accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Sadiq Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sadiq Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (859) 323-2663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sadiq Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (859) 323-2663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sadiq Ahmed have?
Dr. Sadiq Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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