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Dr. Waseem Peracha, MD

Houston, TX

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peracha, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Waseem Peracha, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Peracha completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Nephrology; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; Vet Affrs Med & Reg Off Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Peracha is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peracha’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peracha’s office at (281) 558-8260.

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

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Nephrology; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; Vet Affrs Med & Reg Off Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan

    Is Dr. Peracha board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Waseem Peracha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Peracha speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Peracha treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Peracha 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. Peracha. 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:

    • 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 3
    • 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 3
    • 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
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Overload
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Excess Fluid
    • Water Retention
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Which procedures does Dr. Peracha perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Waseem Peracha may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Peracha's office.

    Does Dr. Peracha accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peracha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 558-8260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peracha accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Peracha in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Peracha's office located?

    Dr. Waseem Peracha's Primary Practice

    12051 Westpark Dr Ste 200

    Houston, TX 77082

    (281) 558-8260

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

    Dr. Peracha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710986294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peracha?

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

    What is Dr. Waseem Peracha's specialty?

    Dr. Peracha is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX. 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. Peracha to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Waseem Peracha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Peracha is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare West 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 Waseem Peracha accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Waseem Peracha is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Waseem Peracha offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peracha's office at (281) 558-8260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Waseem Peracha?

    Please contact Dr. Peracha's office at (281) 558-8260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Waseem Peracha have?

    Dr. Waseem Peracha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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