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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sondheimer, Nephrologist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. James Sondheimer, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sondheimer graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Nephrology; North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sondheimer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sondheimer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sondheimer’s office.
Where did Dr. Sondheimer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Nephrology; North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Sondheimer board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. James Sondheimer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sondheimer speak?
Dr. Sondheimer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sondheimer typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sondheimer 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. Sondheimer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
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. Sondheimer typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Sondheimer may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Sondheimer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sondheimer accept my insurance?
Dr. Sondheimer 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. Sondheimer accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Sondheimer in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Sondheimer's office located?
What is Dr. Sondheimer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sondheimer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992745897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sondheimer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sondheimer
What is Dr. James Sondheimer's specialty?
Dr. Sondheimer is a Nephrologist near Detroit, MI.
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. James Sondheimer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sondheimer is affiliated with Dmc Sinai-Grace 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
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Is James Sondheimer accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. James Sondheimer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Sondheimer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sondheimer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Sondheimer?
Please contact Dr. Sondheimer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Sondheimer have?
Dr. James Sondheimer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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