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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bashir, Nephrologist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Abid Bashir, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bashir graduated from King Edward Medical University and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Nephrology; St Peter'S Med Ctr, Nephrology; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bashir is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bashir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bashir’s office at (706) 227-4075.
Where did Dr. Bashir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Nephrology; St Peter'S Med Ctr, Nephrology; Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: King Edward Medical University
Is Dr. Bashir board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Abid Bashir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bashir speak?
Dr. Bashir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Bashir treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bashir 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. Bashir. 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 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- 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
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Anemia of Chronic Disease
- Anemia
- Anemia of Inflammation or Chronic Disease
- Anemia of Inflammation
- ACD
- Anemia from long-term illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D638: Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Which procedures does Dr. Bashir perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Abid Bashir 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. Bashir's office.
Does Dr. Bashir accept my insurance?
Dr. Bashir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 227-4075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bashir accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Bashir in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bashir's office located?
What is Dr. Bashir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bashir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700822608.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bashir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bashir
What is Dr. Abid Bashir's specialty?
Dr. Bashir is a Nephrologist near Athens, GA. 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. Bashir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abid Bashir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bashir is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Newton Hospital 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 Abid Bashir accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Abid Bashir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abid Bashir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bashir's office at (706) 227-4075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abid Bashir?
Please contact Dr. Bashir's office at (706) 227-4075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abid Bashir have?
Dr. Abid Bashir is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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