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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rutsky, Nephrologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Edwin Rutsky, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rutsky completed his residency at Cleveland Metropolitan General Hospital. Dr. Rutsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rutsky’s office at (205) 934-4011.
Where did Dr. Rutsky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Metropolitan General Hospital
What languages does Dr. Rutsky speak?
Dr. Rutsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Rutsky typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, conditions treated by Dr. Edwin Rutsky may include:
Please contact Dr. Rutsky's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Rutsky typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Edwin Rutsky may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Rutsky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rutsky accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Rutsky's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Rutsky's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Rutsky affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Rutsky has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Rutsky's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rutsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275548026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rutsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rutsky
What is Dr. Edwin Rutsky's specialty?
Dr. Rutsky is a Nephrologist near Birmingham, AL.
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 Dr. Edwin Rutsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rutsky is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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 Dr. Edwin Rutsky accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Edwin Rutsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edwin Rutsky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rutsky's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edwin Rutsky?
Please contact Dr. Rutsky's office at (205) 934-4011 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Rutsky's office located?
Dr. Rutsky's office is located in Birmingham, AL.
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