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Dr. Michael Falkenhain, MD

Nephrologist

Westerville, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Falkenhain, Nephrologist in Westerville, OH?

    Dr. Michael Falkenhain, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Westerville, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Falkenhain graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ohio State University Hospital Program. Dr. Falkenhain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falkenhain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falkenhain’s office at (614) 823-8500.

    Where did Dr. Falkenhain go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ohio State University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Falkenhain speak?

    Dr. Falkenhain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Falkenhain typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Falkenhain 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. Falkenhain. 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)
    • 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

    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)

    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

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Falkenhain typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Falkenhain may include:

    Please contact Dr. Falkenhain's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Falkenhain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Falkenhain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 823-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Falkenhain accept in Westerville, OH?

    Dr. Falkenhain in Westerville, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Falkenhain's office located?

    Dr. Michael Falkenhain's Primary Practice

    595 Copeland Mill Rd Ste 2D

    Westerville, OH 43081

    (614) 823-8500

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    Dr. Michael Falkenhain's Practice 2

    123 N Ewing St

    Lancaster, OH 43130

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    What is Dr. Falkenhain's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Falkenhain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922007657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falkenhain?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Falkenhain

    What is Dr. Michael Falkenhain's specialty?

    Dr. Falkenhain is a Nephrologist near Westerville, OH.

    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. Michael Falkenhain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Falkenhain is affiliated with Mount Carmel St. Ann's, Licking Memorial Hospital, Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center, Mount Carmel East, Marietta Memorial Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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 Dr. Michael Falkenhain accepting new patients in Westerville, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Falkenhain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Falkenhain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Falkenhain's office at (614) 823-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Falkenhain?

    Please contact Dr. Falkenhain's office at (614) 823-8500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Falkenhain's office located?

    Dr. Falkenhain's offices are located in Westerville, OH and Lancaster, OH.