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Dr. Randy Cooper, MD

Tempe, AZ

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cooper, Nephrologist in Tempe, AZ?

    Dr. Randy Cooper, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tempe, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cooper completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Nephrology; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cooper is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cooper’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cooper’s office at (480) 610-6152.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Nephrology; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh

    Is Dr. Cooper board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Randy Cooper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cooper speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cooper treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper. 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 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • 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 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Narrowing of a leg or arm stent
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage
    • Peripheral stent blockage
    • Vascular stent re-narrowing
    • Blocked leg stent
    • Peripheral artery stent narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
    • T82856A: Stenosis of peripheral vascular stent, initial encounter

    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
    • Type 2 Diabetes with 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
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Catheter Complication
    • Dialysis Catheter Problem
    • Kidney Dialysis Tube Issue
    • Vascular Access Catheter Complication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8249XA: Other complication of vascular dialysis catheter, initial encounter

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other problems with blood vessel devices
    • Vascular device complications
    • Blood vessel implant issues
    • Prosthetic vascular device problems
    • Vascular graft complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Vein Compression
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Compression Syndrome
    • Pinched Vein
    • Vein Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I871: Compression of vein

    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:

    • Long-Term Insulin Use
    • Diabetes Medicines
    • Chronic insulin therapy
    • Ongoing insulin treatment
    • Insulin for diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin

    Also known as:

    • Scar Tissue from Blood Vessel Device
    • Vascular implant fibrosis
    • Vascular graft scarring
    • Blood vessel device tissue overgrowth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82828A: Fibrosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Cooper perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Cooper performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cooper. 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:

    • Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Angioplasty and Stenting
    • Dialysis Fistula Repair
    • Dialysis Graft Stenting
    • Peripheral Dialysis Circuit Intervention

    CPT Codes:

    • 36903: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the stenting, and all angioplasty within the peripheral dialysis segment

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
    • AV Fistula Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Arterial Catheter Placement
    • Selective Artery Catheterization
    • Thoracic Artery Catheter
    • Brachiocephalic Artery Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36215: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Replacement
    • Tunneled Catheter Exchange
    • Central Line Replacement
    • IV Catheter Change

    CPT Codes:

    • 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
    • Dialysis Circuit Angiography
    • Fistula/Graft Evaluation
    • Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Stent Placement
    • Dialysis fistula stenting
    • Central dialysis segment angioplasty
    • Dialysis graft stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 36908: Transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the stenting, and all angioplasty in the central dialysis segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Cooper accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cooper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 610-6152 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cooper accept in Tempe, AZ?

    Dr. Cooper in Tempe, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cooper's office located?

    Dr. Randy Cooper's Primary Practice

    1100 E University Dr Ste 102

    Tempe, AZ 85288

    (480) 610-6152

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    Dr. Randy Cooper's Practice 2

    2149 E Warner Rd Ste 101

    Tempe, AZ 85284

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    Dr. Randy Cooper's Practice 3

    9305 W Thomas Rd Ste 255

    Phoenix, AZ 85037

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

    Dr. Cooper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154316495.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cooper?

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

    What is Dr. Randy Cooper's specialty?

    Dr. Cooper is a Nephrologist near Tempe, AZ. 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. Cooper to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Randy Cooper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cooper is affiliated with HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ, Banner Estrella Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Banner Boswell 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 Randy Cooper accepting new patients in Tempe, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Randy Cooper is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Randy Cooper offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cooper's office at (480) 610-6152 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Randy Cooper?

    Please contact Dr. Cooper's office at (480) 610-6152 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Randy Cooper have?

    Dr. Randy Cooper is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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