Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitlow, Nephrologist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Michael Whitlow, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Whitlow graduated from Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Nephrology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Whitlow is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitlow’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitlow’s office at (706) 863-6637.
Where did Dr. Whitlow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Nephrology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Georgia Regents University | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Whitlow board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Whitlow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whitlow speak?
Dr. Whitlow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Whitlow treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Whitlow 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. Whitlow. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Which procedures does Dr. Whitlow perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Whitlow 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. Whitlow's office.
Does Dr. Whitlow accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitlow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 863-6637 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitlow accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Whitlow in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whitlow's office located?
Dr. Michael Whitlow's Primary Practice
1109 Medical Center Dr Ste 5
Augusta, GA 30909
(706) 863-6637
What is Dr. Whitlow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitlow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174521132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitlow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitlow
What is Dr. Michael Whitlow's specialty?
Dr. Whitlow is a Nephrologist near Augusta, GA. 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. Whitlow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Whitlow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitlow is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta 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
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Is Michael Whitlow accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Whitlow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Whitlow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitlow's office at (706) 863-6637 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Whitlow?
Please contact Dr. Whitlow's office at (706) 863-6637 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Whitlow have?
Dr. Michael Whitlow is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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