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Who is Dr. Balkovetz, Nephrologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Daniel Balkovetz, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Balkovetz graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at University Of Al Hospital. Dr. Balkovetz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balkovetz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balkovetz’s office at (205) 731-2050.
Where did Dr. Balkovetz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Al Hospital
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Balkovetz board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Balkovetz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balkovetz speak?
Dr. Balkovetz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Balkovetz typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Balkovetz 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. Balkovetz. 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
- 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
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Balkovetz typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Balkovetz may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Balkovetz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balkovetz accept my insurance?
Dr. Balkovetz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 731-2050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balkovetz accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Balkovetz in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Balkovetz's office located?
Dr. Daniel Balkovetz's Primary Practice
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 731-2050
What is Dr. Balkovetz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balkovetz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245285766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balkovetz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balkovetz
What is Dr. Daniel Balkovetz's specialty?
Dr. Balkovetz is a Nephrologist near Birmingham, AL.
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. Daniel Balkovetz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balkovetz is affiliated with Uab Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Daniel Balkovetz accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Balkovetz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Balkovetz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balkovetz's office at (205) 731-2050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Balkovetz?
Please contact Dr. Balkovetz's office at (205) 731-2050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Balkovetz have?
Dr. Daniel Balkovetz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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