46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cherem, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Lazaro Cherem, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cherem graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Nephrology; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cherem is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cherem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cherem’s office.
Where did Dr. Cherem go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Nephrology; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Cherem board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Lazaro Cherem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cherem speak?
Dr. Cherem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cherem treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Cherem 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. Cherem. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant 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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Cherem perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lazaro Cherem 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. Cherem's office.
Does Dr. Cherem accept my insurance?
Dr. Cherem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cherem accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Cherem in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cooperative Benefit Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Humana
Integranet Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cherem's office located?
What is Dr. Cherem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cherem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245419241.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cherem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cherem
What is Dr. Lazaro Cherem's specialty?
Dr. Cherem is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX. 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. Cherem to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lazaro Cherem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cherem is affiliated with CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's 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
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Is Lazaro Cherem accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lazaro Cherem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lazaro Cherem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cherem's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lazaro Cherem?
Please contact Dr. Cherem's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lazaro Cherem have?
Dr. Lazaro Cherem is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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