Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tachev, Nephrologist in Exton, PA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tachev?
Dr. Stefan Tachev, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tachev empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease, Fluid/Electrolyte Balance, Hypertension, Kidney Stones, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Exton, PA community, Dr. Tachev is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tachev go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Drexel University College of Medicine
Residency: Drexel University Affiliated Hospitals | Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital Program
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | Medical University
Is Dr. Tachev board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Stefan Tachev, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2003
What languages does Dr. Tachev speak?
Dr. Tachev and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Bulgarian
- English
- Russian
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Tachev typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Tachev 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. Tachev. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- SIADH
- Pituitary Disorder
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
- Excess ADH Syndrome
- Water Intoxication from ADH
ICD-10 Codes:
- E222: Syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Tachev typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stefan Tachev may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Tachev's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tachev accept my insurance?
Dr. Tachev accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tachev accept in Exton, PA?
Dr. Tachev in Exton, PA 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)
Employer Health Options Administered Payer
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tachev's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Tachev affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tachev has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tachev's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tachev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295778108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tachev?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tachev