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Dr. Ralph Stafford, MD

Nephrologist

Chattanooga, TN

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stafford, Nephrologist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Ralph Stafford, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Stafford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stafford’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stafford’s office at (423) 826-8000.

    Is Dr. Stafford board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Stafford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stafford speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Stafford 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. Stafford. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 3

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

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

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ralph Stafford may include:

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

    Does Dr. Stafford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stafford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 826-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stafford accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Stafford in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stafford's office located?

    Dr. Ralph Stafford's Primary Practice

    251 N Lyerly St Ste 100

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

    (423) 826-8000

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    Suite 200

    2253 Chambliss Ave NW

    Cleveland, TN 37311

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    Dr. Ralph Stafford's Practice 3

    2333 McCallie Ave

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

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

    Dr. Stafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972596013.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stafford?

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

    What is Dr. Ralph Stafford's specialty?

    Dr. Stafford is a Nephrologist near Chattanooga, TN.

    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. Ralph Stafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stafford is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Parkridge Medical Center, Parkridge East Hospital, Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, Hamilton 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ralph Stafford accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Stafford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ralph Stafford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (423) 826-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ralph Stafford?

    Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (423) 826-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stafford's office located?

    Dr. Stafford's offices are located in Chattanooga, TN and Cleveland, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Stafford have?

    Dr. Ralph Stafford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.