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Dr. Germaine Chan, MD

Dr. Germaine Chan, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chan, Nephrologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Germaine Chan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chan completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California At San Francisco

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine | Columbia - Presbyterian Medical Center

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Chan board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Germaine Chan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chan treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chan 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. Chan. 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 Stage 5
    • 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
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    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:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid Overload
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Excess Fluid
    • Water Retention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E8770: Fluid overload, 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Emergency
    • Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • Acute Hypertensive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I161: Hypertensive emergency

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Chan perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Germaine Chan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chan 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. Chan accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Chan in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chan's office located?

    Dr. Germaine Chan's Primary Practice

    5 E 98th St

    New York, NY 10029

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    Dr. Germaine Chan's Practice 2

    1090 Amsterdam Ave Fl 10

    New York, NY 10025

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    Dr. Germaine Chan's Practice 3

    1000 10th Ave

    New York, NY 10019

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

    Dr. Chan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396738332.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chan?

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

    What is Dr. Germaine Chan's specialty?

    Dr. Chan is a Nephrologist near New York, NY. 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. Chan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Germaine Chan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Mount Sinai 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

    Where can I learn more about Nephrologist?

    Explore Nephrologist with 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 Germaine Chan accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Germaine Chan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Germaine Chan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Germaine Chan?

    Please contact Dr. Chan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Germaine Chan have?

    Dr. Germaine Chan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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