24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bognar, Nephrologist in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Istvan Bognar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Bognar graduated from University of Ioannina Medical School and completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Nephrology; Stamford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bognar is fluent in English and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bognar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bognar’s office at (864) 271-1844.
Where did Dr. Bognar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Nephrology; Stamford Hosp, Internal Medicine | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Pecsi Orvostudomanyi Egyetem, Pecs, Hungary | University of Pecs, Medical And Health Sciences Centre,Pecs, Hungary | University of Ioannina Medical School
Is Dr. Bognar board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Istvan Bognar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bognar speak?
Dr. Bognar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hungarian
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bognar typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bognar 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. Bognar. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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
- 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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bognar typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Istvan Bognar may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Bognar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bognar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bognar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 271-1844 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bognar accept in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Bognar in Greenville, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bognar's office located?
What is Dr. Bognar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bognar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659354926.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bognar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bognar
What is Dr. Istvan Bognar's specialty?
Dr. Bognar is a Nephrologist near Greenville, SC.
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. Istvan Bognar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bognar is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Anmed Health 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 Istvan Bognar accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?
Yes, Dr. Istvan Bognar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Istvan Bognar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bognar's office at (864) 271-1844 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Istvan Bognar?
Please contact Dr. Bognar's office at (864) 271-1844 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Istvan Bognar have?
Dr. Istvan Bognar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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