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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Babich, Nephrologist in Grand Forks, ND?
Dr. Dean Babich, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Grand Forks, ND. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Babich graduated from University Of Rijeka, Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Nassau Co Med Ctr, Nephrology; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Babich is fluent in English and Croatian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Babich’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Babich’s office at (631) 654-8755.
Where did Dr. Babich go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nassau Co Med Ctr, Nephrology; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Nassau University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Sveucilista "V Bakaric" Univ Rijeka, Med Fak, Rijeka, Croatia | University Of Rijeka, Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Rijeka, Faculty Of Medicine | SVEUCILISTA V. BAKARIC UNIV RIJEKA
Is Dr. Babich board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Dean Babich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Babich speak?
Dr. Babich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Croatian
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Babich typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Babich 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. Babich. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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. Babich typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dean Babich may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Babich's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Babich accept my insurance?
Dr. Babich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 654-8755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Babich accept in Grand Forks, ND?
Dr. Babich in Grand Forks, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medica Group
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of North Dakota
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Where is Dr. Babich's office located?
Dr. Dean Babich's Primary Practice
1200 S Columbia Rd
Grand Forks, ND 58201
(631) 654-8755
What is Dr. Babich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Babich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366427882.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Babich?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Babich
What is Dr. Dean Babich's specialty?
Dr. Babich is a Nephrologist near Grand Forks, ND.
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. Dean Babich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Babich is affiliated with Altru Health System, South Shore University Hospital, Chi St. Alexius Health Williston 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dean Babich accepting new patients in Grand Forks, ND?
Yes, Dr. Dean Babich is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dean Babich offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Babich's office at (631) 654-8755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dean Babich?
Please contact Dr. Babich's office at (631) 654-8755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dean Babich have?
Dr. Dean Babich is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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