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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gerdes, Nephrologist in Florissant, MO?
Dr. Kenneth Gerdes, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Florissant, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Gerdes graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at St Luke's Hospital Program. Dr. Gerdes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerdes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerdes’s office at (314) 741-1600.
Where did Dr. Gerdes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gerdes speak?
Dr. Gerdes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gerdes treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Gerdes 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. Gerdes. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Phosphate Metabolism Disorders
- Phosphorus Imbalance
- Abnormal Phosphorus Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8339: Other disorders of phosphorus metabolism
Which procedures does Dr. Gerdes perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Gerdes 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. Gerdes' office.
Does Dr. Gerdes accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerdes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 741-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gerdes accept in Florissant, MO?
Dr. Gerdes in Florissant, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gerdes' office located?
Dr. Kenneth Gerdes' Primary Practice
11687 West Florissant Ave
Florissant, MO 63033
(314) 741-1600
What is Dr. Gerdes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerdes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720020100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerdes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerdes
What is Dr. Kenneth Gerdes's specialty?
Dr. Gerdes is a Nephrologist near Florissant, MO. 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. Gerdes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Gerdes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gerdes is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Jefferson 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 Kenneth Gerdes accepting new patients in Florissant, MO?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Gerdes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Gerdes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gerdes's office at (314) 741-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Gerdes?
Please contact Dr. Gerdes's office at (314) 741-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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