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Dr. Cheryl Brown, MD

Madisonville, LA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Nephrologist in Madisonville, LA?

    Dr. Cheryl Brown, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Madisonville, LA. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Brown graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (985) 845-9000.

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

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brown treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    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:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency
    • Iron
    • Malnutrition
    • Lack of Iron
    • Low Iron Levels
    • Iron Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E611: Iron deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Low Magnesium Levels
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Hypomagnesemia
    • Magnesium Deficiency
    • Magnesium Imbalance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8342: Hypomagnesemia

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, 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

    Which procedures does Dr. Brown perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cheryl Brown may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 845-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Madisonville, LA?

    Dr. Brown in Madisonville, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Cheryl Brown's Primary Practice

    397 Highway 21 # 601

    Madisonville, LA 70447

    (985) 845-9000

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

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497739981.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

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

    What is Dr. Cheryl Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Nephrologist near Madisonville, LA. 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. Brown to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cheryl Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital 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 Cheryl Brown accepting new patients in Madisonville, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Cheryl Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cheryl Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (985) 845-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cheryl Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (985) 845-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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