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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szewc, Nephrologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Robert Szewc, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Szewc completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Nephrology; U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Mem Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Szewc is fluent in English, Polish, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szewc’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szewc’s office at (210) 005-0070.
Where did Dr. Szewc go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Nephrology; U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Mem Campus, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Akademia Med- Lublin- Poland
Is Dr. Szewc board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Szewc, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Szewc speak?
Dr. Szewc and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Szewc typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Szewc 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. Szewc. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: 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
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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. Szewc typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Szewc 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. Szewc. 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:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Szewc accept my insurance?
Dr. Szewc accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 005-0070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szewc accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Szewc 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)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Szewc's office located?
Kidney Hypertension And Transplant Specialists
915 S Laredo St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 005-0070
What is Dr. Szewc's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szewc's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992759476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szewc?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szewc
What is Dr. Robert Szewc's specialty?
Dr. Szewc 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. Robert Szewc affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szewc is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Robert Szewc accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Robert Szewc is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Szewc offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szewc's office at (210) 005-0070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Szewc?
Please contact Dr. Szewc's office at (210) 005-0070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Szewc have?
Dr. Robert Szewc is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Kidney Hypertension And Transplant Specialists
915 S Laredo St
San Antonio, TX 78204