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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pierce, Nephrologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Jessica Pierce, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Pierce is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pierce’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pierce’s office at (210) 615-6904.
Is Dr. Pierce board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Pierce, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pierce speak?
Dr. Pierce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pierce treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Pierce 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. Pierce. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
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)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 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:
- 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:
- 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
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Pierce perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Pierce 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. Pierce's office.
Does Dr. Pierce accept my insurance?
Dr. Pierce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 615-6904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pierce accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Pierce in San Antonio, 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
California Foundation for Medical Care
Centene
Community First Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pierce's office located?
Dr. Jessica Pierce's Primary Practice
4458 Medical Dr Ste 205
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 615-6904
Dr. Jessica Pierce's Practice 2
6430 Bandera Rd Ste 98
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 614-1515
What is Dr. Pierce's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pierce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831120344.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pierce?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pierce
What is Dr. Jessica Pierce's specialty?
Dr. Pierce is a Nephrologist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Pierce to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jessica Pierce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pierce is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Jessica Pierce accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Pierce is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Pierce offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pierce's office at (210) 615-6904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Pierce?
Please contact Dr. Pierce's office at (210) 615-6904 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jessica Pierce have?
Dr. Jessica Pierce is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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