38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elashi, Nephrologist in Sandusky, OH?
Dr. Essam Elashi, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Sandusky, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Elashi graduated from Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Nephrology; Fairview Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Elashi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elashi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elashi’s office.
Where did Dr. Elashi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Nephrology; Fairview Hlth System, Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine - Red Crescent Hospital - Cairo, Egypt, Fairview Health System - Cleveland, Ohio, Nephrology - University Hospitals - Cleveland, Ohio | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: University of Mansura, Fac of Med, Mansura, Egypt | University Of Mansura | Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Elashi board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Essam Elashi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elashi speak?
Dr. Elashi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Elashi typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Elashi 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. Elashi. 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, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- 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
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Elashi typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Essam Elashi may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Elashi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elashi accept my insurance?
Dr. Elashi 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. Elashi accept in Sandusky, OH?
Dr. Elashi in Sandusky, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Elashi's office located?
What is Dr. Elashi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629077029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elashi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elashi
What is Dr. Essam Elashi's specialty?
Dr. Elashi is a Nephrologist near Sandusky, 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 this Dr. Essam Elashi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elashi is affiliated with Firelands Regional Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Essam Elashi accepting new patients in Sandusky, OH?
Yes, Dr. Essam Elashi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Essam Elashi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elashi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Essam Elashi?
Please contact Dr. Elashi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Essam Elashi have?
Dr. Essam Elashi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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