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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jifi-Bahlool, Nephrologist in Portland, TX?
Dr. Samer Jifi-Bahlool, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Portland, TX. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Jifi-Bahlool graduated from University of Tishreen Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program. Dr. Jifi-Bahlool is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jifi-Bahlool’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jifi-Bahlool’s office.
Where did Dr. Jifi-Bahlool go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: University Of Tichreen Faculty Of Med Lattakia Syria | University of Tishreen Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jifi-Bahlool speak?
Dr. Jifi-Bahlool and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Jifi-Bahlool typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Jifi-Bahlool 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. Jifi-Bahlool. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Jifi-Bahlool typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samer Jifi-Bahlool may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Jifi-Bahlool's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jifi-Bahlool accept my insurance?
Dr. Jifi-Bahlool 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. Jifi-Bahlool accept in Portland, TX?
Dr. Jifi-Bahlool in Portland, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jifi-Bahlool's office located?
What is Dr. Jifi-Bahlool's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jifi-Bahlool's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881621118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jifi-Bahlool?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jifi-Bahlool
What is Dr. Samer Jifi-Bahlool's specialty?
Dr. Jifi-Bahlool is a Nephrologist near Portland, TX.
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. Samer Jifi-Bahlool affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jifi-Bahlool is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Samer Jifi-Bahlool accepting new patients in Portland, TX?
Yes, Dr. Samer Jifi-Bahlool is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samer Jifi-Bahlool offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jifi-Bahlool's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samer Jifi-Bahlool?
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115 Northshore Blvd
Portland, TX 78374