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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arab, Nephrologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Bassem Arab, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Arab is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arab’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arab’s office at (210) 228-0743.
What languages does Dr. Arab speak?
Dr. Arab and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Arab typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Arab 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. Arab. 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, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- 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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Arab typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bassem Arab may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Arab's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Arab accept my insurance?
Dr. Arab accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 228-0743 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arab accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Arab in San Antonio, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Arab's office located?
What is Dr. Arab's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780116061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arab?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arab
What is Dr. Bassem Arab's specialty?
Dr. Arab is a Nephrologist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Bassem Arab affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arab is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Dhr Health 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 Bassem Arab accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Bassem Arab is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bassem Arab offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arab's office at (210) 228-0743 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bassem Arab?
Please contact Dr. Arab's office at (210) 228-0743 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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