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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fariyike, Nephrologist in Thomaston, GA?
Dr. Babatunde Fariyike, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Thomaston, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Fariyike graduated from University of Ibadan / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Nephrology. Dr. Fariyike is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fariyike’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fariyike’s office at (706) 647-8019.
Where did Dr. Fariyike go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Nephrology | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Fariyike board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Babatunde Fariyike, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fariyike speak?
Dr. Fariyike and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Fariyike typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Fariyike 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. Fariyike. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
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
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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. Fariyike typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Babatunde Fariyike may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Fariyike's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fariyike accept my insurance?
Dr. Fariyike accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 647-8019 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fariyike accept in Thomaston, GA?
Dr. Fariyike in Thomaston, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fariyike's office located?
Dr. Babatunde Fariyike's Primary Practice
612 W Gordon St Ste A
Thomaston, GA 30286
(706) 647-8019
What is Dr. Fariyike's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fariyike's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265436760.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fariyike?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fariyike
What is Dr. Babatunde Fariyike's specialty?
Dr. Fariyike is a Nephrologist near Thomaston, GA.
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. Babatunde Fariyike affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fariyike is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Piedmont Macon Medical Center 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Babatunde Fariyike accepting new patients in Thomaston, GA?
Yes, Dr. Babatunde Fariyike is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Babatunde Fariyike offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fariyike's office at (706) 647-8019 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Babatunde Fariyike?
Please contact Dr. Fariyike's office at (706) 647-8019 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Babatunde Fariyike have?
Dr. Babatunde Fariyike is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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