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Who is Dr. Joseph, Nephrologist in Hazard, KY?
Dr. Kassaw Joseph, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Hazard, KY. He is board certified. Dr. Joseph completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Nephrology; St Johns Espiscpl Hsp-S Shr, Internal Medicine; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Joseph is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Latin, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joseph’s office at (606) 439-6600.
Where did Dr. Joseph go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Nephrology; St Johns Espiscpl Hsp-S Shr, Internal Medicine; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Volgogradskij Medical Institute, Volgorad, Ussr
Is Dr. Joseph board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Kassaw Joseph, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Joseph speak?
Dr. Joseph and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Latin
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Joseph typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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. Joseph typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kassaw Joseph may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Joseph accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Joseph's office located?
Dr. Kassaw Joseph's Primary Practice
200 Medical Center Dr
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-6600
What is Dr. Joseph's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861453409.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joseph?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joseph
What is Dr. Kassaw Joseph's specialty?
Dr. Joseph is a Nephrologist near Hazard, KY.
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. Kassaw Joseph affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Joseph is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kassaw Joseph accepting new patients in Hazard, KY?
Yes, Dr. Kassaw Joseph is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kassaw Joseph offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (606) 439-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kassaw Joseph?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (606) 439-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kassaw Joseph have?
Dr. Kassaw Joseph is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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