Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waheed, Nephrologist in Tempe, AZ?
Dr. Umar Waheed, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tempe, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Waheed graduated from Medical University of the Americas (Belize). Dr. Waheed is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waheed’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waheed’s office at (480) 610-6152.
Where did Dr. Waheed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical University of the Americas (Belize)
What languages does Dr. Waheed speak?
Dr. Waheed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Waheed treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Waheed 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. Waheed. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
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
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:
- Vein Compression
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Compression Syndrome
- Pinched Vein
- Vein Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- I871: Compression of vein
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Complication
- Dialysis Catheter Problem
- Kidney Dialysis Tube Issue
- Vascular Access Catheter Complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8249XA: Other complication of vascular dialysis catheter, initial encounter
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
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Which procedures does Dr. Waheed perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Umar Waheed may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waheed's office.
Does Dr. Waheed accept my insurance?
Dr. Waheed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 610-6152 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waheed accept in Tempe, AZ?
Dr. Waheed in Tempe, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Express Scripts
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Waheed's office located?
Dr. Umar Waheed's Primary Practice
1100 E University Dr Ste 102
Tempe, AZ 85288
(480) 610-6152
What is Dr. Waheed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waheed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285689968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waheed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waheed
What is Dr. Umar Waheed's specialty?
Dr. Waheed is a Nephrologist near Tempe, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Waheed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Umar Waheed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waheed is affiliated with Banner Estrella Medical Center, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center 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 Umar Waheed accepting new patients in Tempe, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Umar Waheed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Umar Waheed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waheed's office at (480) 610-6152 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Umar Waheed?
Please contact Dr. Waheed's office at (480) 610-6152 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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