Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pieprzak, Nephrologist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Mary Pieprzak, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pieprzak graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Nephrology; Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pieprzak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pieprzak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pieprzak’s office.
Where did Dr. Pieprzak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston University Medical Center
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Nephrology; Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Internal Medicine | University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Is Dr. Pieprzak board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Mary Pieprzak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pieprzak speak?
Dr. Pieprzak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Pieprzak typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Pieprzak 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. Pieprzak. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Pieprzak typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mary Pieprzak may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Pieprzak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pieprzak accept my insurance?
Dr. Pieprzak 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. Pieprzak accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Pieprzak in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
Riverside Health
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Where is Dr. Pieprzak's office located?
What is Dr. Pieprzak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pieprzak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326046202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pieprzak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pieprzak
What is Dr. Mary Pieprzak's specialty?
Dr. Pieprzak is a Nephrologist near Columbia, MD.
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. Mary Pieprzak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pieprzak is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center - Baltimore, Md, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Union Memorial 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 Mary Pieprzak accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Mary Pieprzak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mary Pieprzak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pieprzak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mary Pieprzak?
Please contact Dr. Pieprzak's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mary Pieprzak have?
Dr. Mary Pieprzak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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