Dr. Clara Truesdell, MD

Suwanee, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Truesdell, Nephrologist in Suwanee, GA?

Dr. Clara Truesdell, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Suwanee, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Truesdell graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Truesdell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Truesdell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Truesdell’s office at (678) 937-0300.

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

Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Emory University School Of Med | EMORY HEALTHCARE
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas | Emory University School Of Medicine

What languages does Dr. Truesdell speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

As a Nephrologist, Dr. Truesdell 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. Truesdell. 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
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
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 3a
Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 3b
CKD Stage 4
Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 1
Early Chronic Kidney Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

N186: End stage renal disease
N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1

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 Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Clara Truesdell may include:

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

Does Dr. Truesdell accept my insurance?

Dr. Truesdell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 937-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Truesdell accept in Suwanee, GA?

Dr. Truesdell in Suwanee, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sonder Health Plans
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Truesdell's office located?

Dr. Clara Truesdell's Primary Practice

185 Old Peachtree Rd NW

Suwanee, GA 30024

(678) 937-0300

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Dr. Clara Truesdell's Practice 2

5723 Memorial Dr

Stone Mountain, GA 30083

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What hospitals are Dr. Truesdell affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Truesdell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Northside Hospital Gwinnett,Lawrenceville, GA

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Northside Hospital Duluth,Duluth, GA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

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

Dr. Truesdell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508854811.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Truesdell?

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

What is Dr. Clara Truesdell's specialty?

Dr. Truesdell is a Nephrologist near Suwanee, GA.

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. Clara Truesdell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Truesdell is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Northside Hospital Duluth 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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