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Who is Dr. Salih, Nephrologist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Samia Salih, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO. She is board certified. Dr. Salih is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salih’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salih’s office at (719) 638-8020.
Is Dr. Salih board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Samia Salih, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salih speak?
Dr. Salih and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Salih typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Salih 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. Salih. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
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
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Salih typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Salih 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. Salih. 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. Salih accept my insurance?
Dr. Salih accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 638-8020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salih accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Salih in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salih's office located?
Dr. Samia Salih's Primary Practice
1725 E Boulder St Ste 105
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(719) 638-8020
What is Dr. Salih's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salih's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508043258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salih?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salih
What is Dr. Samia Salih's specialty?
Dr. Salih is a Nephrologist near Colorado Springs, CO.
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. Samia Salih affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Salih is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central, Commonspirit - Penrose Hospital, Pagosa Springs Medical Center, San Luis Valley Health - Regional Medical Center, Uchealth Memorial Hospital North. 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 Samia Salih accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Samia Salih is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samia Salih offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salih's office at (719) 638-8020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samia Salih?
Please contact Dr. Salih's office at (719) 638-8020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samia Salih have?
Dr. Samia Salih is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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