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Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno, MD

Bullhead City, AZ

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    Who is Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno, Nephrologist in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bullhead City, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno’s office at (928) 763-7722.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno?

    Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Nephrology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bullhead City/AZ community, Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno speak?

    Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno 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. Leon Velarde Carreno. 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
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • 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
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 3
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    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 with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mineral Metabolism Disorder
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Mineral Imbalance
    • Mineral Processing Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E839: Disorder of mineral metabolism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Kidney Function Test
    • Kidney Disease
    • Irregular Kidney Function Study
    • Unusual Kidney Exam
    • Kidney Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R944: Abnormal results of kidney function studies

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Which procedures does Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno's office.

    Does Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 763-7722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno accept in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno in Bullhead City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Choice

    • Humana

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno's office located?

    Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno's Primary Practice

    2771 Silver Creek Rd Ste 120

    Bullhead City, AZ 86442

    (928) 763-7722

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    Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno's Practice 2

    2501 N Stockton Hill Rd Ste 102

    Kingman, AZ 86401

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    Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno's Practice 3

    462 Grider St Ste 1152

    Buffalo, NY 14215

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

    Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619402609.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno?

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

    What is Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno's specialty?

    Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno is a Nephrologist near Bullhead City, AZ. 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. Leon Velarde Carreno to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Leon Velarde Carreno is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno accepting new patients in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno's office at (928) 763-7722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernesto Leon Velarde Carreno?

    Please contact Dr. Leon Velarde Carreno's office at (928) 763-7722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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