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Who is Dr. Hristea, Nephrologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nic Hristea, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hristea graduated from Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy and completed his residency at Michael Reese Hospital. Dr. Hristea is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hristea’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hristea’s office at (312) 654-0118.
Where did Dr. Hristea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai VA Greater Los Angeles Medical Centers | Cedars-Sinai Medicla Center
Residency: Michael Reese Hospital
Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy
Is Dr. Hristea board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Nic Hristea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hristea speak?
Dr. Hristea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Hristea typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Hristea 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. Hristea. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney 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
- 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
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Hristea typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nic Hristea may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Hristea's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hristea accept my insurance?
Dr. Hristea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 654-0118 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hristea accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Hristea in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Advocate Health Care
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Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hristea's office located?
Dr. Nic Hristea's Primary Practice
326 W 64th St Ste 203
Chicago, IL 60621
(312) 654-0118
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nic Hristea?
Dr. Hristea has appointments available at his Chicago, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Hristea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hristea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285689703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hristea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hristea
What is Dr. Nic Hristea's specialty?
Dr. Hristea is a Nephrologist near Chicago, IL.
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. Nic Hristea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hristea is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital 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 Nic Hristea accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nic Hristea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nic Hristea offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hristea, or call (312) 654-0118 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Nic Hristea?
Please contact Dr. Hristea's office at (312) 654-0118 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nic Hristea have?
Dr. Nic Hristea is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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