34 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Word-Sims, Nephrologist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Winfield Word-Sims, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Word-Sims graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of North Carolina Hospitals Program. Dr. Word-Sims is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Word-Sims’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Word-Sims’s office at (828) 258-8545.
Where did Dr. Word-Sims go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of North Carolina Hospitals Program
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Word-Sims speak?
Dr. Word-Sims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Word-Sims typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Word-Sims 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. Word-Sims. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- 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
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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
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:
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) with kidney problems
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Wegener's with kidney involvement
- Renal GPA
- GPA kidney disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3131: Wegener's granulomatosis with renal involvement
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Word-Sims typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Winfield Word-Sims may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Word-Sims' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Word-Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. Word-Sims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 258-8545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Word-Sims accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Word-Sims in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Word-Sims' office located?
Dr. Winfield Word-Sims' Primary Practice
10 McDowell St
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 258-8545
What is Dr. Word-Sims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Word-Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093710493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Word-Sims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Word-Sims
What is Dr. Winfield Word-Sims's specialty?
Dr. Word-Sims is a Nephrologist near Asheville, NC.
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. Winfield Word-Sims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Word-Sims is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Winfield Word-Sims accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Winfield Word-Sims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Winfield Word-Sims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Word-Sims's office at (828) 258-8545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Winfield Word-Sims?
Please contact Dr. Word-Sims's office at (828) 258-8545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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