Dr. Tarek Nammour, MD

Ruston, LA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Nammour, Nephrologist in Ruston, LA?

Dr. Tarek Nammour, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Ruston, LA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Nammour graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nammour is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nammour’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nammour’s office at (318) 255-3690.

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

Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India

Is Dr. Nammour board certified as a Nephrologist?

Yes, Dr. Tarek Nammour, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Nammour speak?

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

English
French

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

As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nammour 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. Nammour. 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.

Also known as:

End-Stage Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease
ESRD
End-Stage Renal Failure
CKD Stage 3b
Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 4
Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 3a

ICD-10 Codes:

N186: End stage renal disease
N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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:

Protein in Urine
Urine and Urination
Proteinuria
Albuminuria
Foamy urine

ICD-10 Codes:

R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

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

As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tarek Nammour may include:

Please contact Dr. Nammour's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Nammour accept my insurance?

Dr. Nammour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 255-3690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Nammour accept in Ruston, LA?

Dr. Nammour in Ruston, LA 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 Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Nammour's office located?

Dr. Tarek Nammour's Primary Practice

1200 S Farmerville St

Ruston, LA 71270

(318) 255-3690

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What hospitals are Dr. Nammour affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Nammour has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Northern Louisiana Medical Center,Ruston, LA

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Christus Highland Medical Center,Shreveport, LA

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Claiborne Memorial Medical Center,Homer, LA

Jackson Parish Hospital,Jonesboro, LA

Christus Coushatta Health Care Center,Coushatta, LA

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

Dr. Nammour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689644379.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nammour?

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

What is Dr. Tarek Nammour's specialty?

Dr. Nammour is a Nephrologist near Ruston, LA.

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 Dr. Tarek Nammour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Nammour is affiliated with Northern Louisiana Medical Center, Christus Highland 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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