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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Samuel, Nephrologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Jones Samuel, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Samuel graduated from Med College Trivandrum University Of Kerala and completed his residency at Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Nephrology; Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Samuel is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samuel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samuel’s office.
Where did Dr. Samuel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Nephrology; Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Internal Medicine | University Mo Columbia School Med | University of Missouri-Columbia Program
Medical School: Med Coll, Univ Of Kerala, Trivandrum, Kerala, India | Med College Trivandrum University Of Kerala | University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University | MED COLL | Med College Thiruvananthapuram
Is Dr. Samuel board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Jones Samuel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Samuel speak?
Dr. Samuel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Samuel typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Samuel 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. Samuel. 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)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
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)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal 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. Samuel typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jones Samuel may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Samuel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Samuel accept my insurance?
Dr. Samuel 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. Samuel accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Samuel in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Samuel's office located?
What is Dr. Samuel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samuel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164429437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samuel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samuel
What is Dr. Jones Samuel's specialty?
Dr. Samuel is a Nephrologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
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. Jones Samuel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samuel is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Woman's Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital 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 Jones Samuel accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jones Samuel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jones Samuel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samuel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jones Samuel?
Please contact Dr. Samuel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jones Samuel have?
Dr. Jones Samuel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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5131 Odonovan Dr Fl 1
Baton Rouge, LA 70808