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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Restaino, Pediatric Nephrologist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Irene Restaino, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Restaino graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Pediatrics; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Restaino is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Restaino’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Restaino’s office.
Where did Dr. Restaino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Pediatrics; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | Christiana Care Health Servs Inc | Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Restaino board certified as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Irene Restaino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Restaino speak?
Dr. Restaino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Restaino typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Restaino 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. Restaino. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Restaino typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Restaino 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. Restaino. 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:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Bladder X-ray Injection
- Cystogram Injection
- VCUG Injection
- Bladder Dye Injection
CPT Codes:
- 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Restaino accept my insurance?
Dr. Restaino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Restaino accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Restaino in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Restaino's office located?
What is Dr. Restaino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Restaino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508812702.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Restaino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Restaino
What is Dr. Irene Restaino's specialty?
Dr. Restaino is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Norfolk, VA.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Irene Restaino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Restaino is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Irene Restaino accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Irene Restaino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Irene Restaino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Restaino's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Irene Restaino?
Please contact Dr. Restaino's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Irene Restaino have?
Dr. Irene Restaino is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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