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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gowdy, Nephrologist in Meridian, MS?
Dr. Otis Gowdy, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Meridian, MS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Gowdy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gowdy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gowdy’s office at (601) 483-5322.
What languages does Dr. Gowdy speak?
Dr. Gowdy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gowdy treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Gowdy 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. Gowdy. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic 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
Which procedures does Dr. Gowdy perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Otis Gowdy may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gowdy's office.
Does Dr. Gowdy accept my insurance?
Dr. Gowdy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 483-5322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gowdy accept in Meridian, MS?
Dr. Gowdy in Meridian, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
County of Kern (CA)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
State of Mississippi
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gowdy's office located?
What is Dr. Gowdy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gowdy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992782544.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gowdy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gowdy
What is Dr. Otis Gowdy's specialty?
Dr. Gowdy is a Nephrologist near Meridian, MS. 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. Gowdy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Otis Gowdy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gowdy is affiliated with Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Anderson Regional 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 Otis Gowdy accepting new patients in Meridian, MS?
Yes, Dr. Otis Gowdy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Otis Gowdy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gowdy's office at (601) 483-5322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Otis Gowdy?
Please contact Dr. Gowdy's office at (601) 483-5322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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