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Dr. Max Glaser, MD

Dr. Max Glaser, MD

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Glaser, Nephrologist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Max Glaser, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Glaser graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Dr. Glaser is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Glaser’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Glaser’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: Barnes - Jewish Hospital | Med/Nephrology, Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Renal Division, Saint Louis, MO

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hospital | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program

    • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Glaser board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Max Glaser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Glaser speak?

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

    • English

    • Polish

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

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Glaser 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. Glaser. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N186: 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
    • 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
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication

    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:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, 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

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

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Glaser 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. Glaser. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Clearing Blocked Dialysis Access with Balloon and Clot Removal
    • Dialysis Access Angioplasty and Stenting
    • Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Access Declotting
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Repair
    • Dialysis Fistula Repair
    • Dialysis Graft Stenting
    • Peripheral Dialysis Circuit Intervention

    CPT Codes:

    • 36905: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, dialysis circuit, any method, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation, diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement(s), and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s); with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
    • 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 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Glaser accept my insurance?

    Dr. Glaser 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. Glaser accept in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Glaser in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Glaser's office located?

    Dr. Max Glaser's Primary Practice

    2340 E Meyer Blvd Ste 480

    Kansas City, MO 64132

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    Dr. Max Glaser's Practice 2

    201 W Road Mize Rd

    Blue Springs, MO 64014

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    Dr. Max Glaser's Practice 3

    1135 S Claremont Ave

    Independence, MO 64054

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

    Dr. Glaser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750370615.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Glaser?

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

    What is Dr. Max Glaser's specialty?

    Dr. Glaser is a Nephrologist near Kansas City, MO.

    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 this Dr. Max Glaser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Glaser is affiliated with Menorah Medical Center, Research Medical Center, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, Saint Luke's East Hospital, The University Of Kansas Hospital, Centerpoint 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 Max Glaser accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Max Glaser is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Max Glaser offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Max Glaser?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Max Glaser have?

    Dr. Max Glaser is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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