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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plotkin, Internist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Matthew Plotkin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Plotkin completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Nephrology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Plotkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plotkin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plotkin’s office at (501) 686-8000.
Where did Dr. Plotkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Nephrology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Plotkin speak?
Dr. Plotkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Plotkin typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Plotkin 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. Plotkin. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and 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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Plotkin typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Plotkin may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Plotkin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Plotkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Plotkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 686-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plotkin accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Plotkin in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Plotkin's office located?
Dr. Matthew Plotkin's Primary Practice
1 Childrens Way Ste 653
Little Rock, AR 72202
(501) 686-8000
What is Dr. Plotkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plotkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982604138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plotkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plotkin
What is Dr. Matthew Plotkin's specialty?
Dr. Plotkin is a Internist near Little Rock, AR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Matthew Plotkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plotkin is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian 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
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Is Matthew Plotkin accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Plotkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Plotkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plotkin's office at (501) 686-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Plotkin?
Please contact Dr. Plotkin's office at (501) 686-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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