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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pintavorn, Nephrologist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Pairach Pintavorn, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Pintavorn graduated from Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Nephrology; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pintavorn is fluent in English and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pintavorn’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pintavorn’s office at (706) 722-0186.
Where did Dr. Pintavorn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Nephrology; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine | St Joseph Mercy-Oakland Program
Medical School: Faculty of Medicine At Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok | Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Pintavorn board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Pairach Pintavorn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pintavorn speak?
Dr. Pintavorn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Thai
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Pintavorn typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Pintavorn 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. Pintavorn. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Pintavorn typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Pintavorn performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pintavorn. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Pintavorn accept my insurance?
Dr. Pintavorn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 722-0186 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pintavorn accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Pintavorn in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pintavorn's office located?
Dr. Pairach Pintavorn's Primary Practice
818 Saint Sebastian Way Ste 300
Augusta, GA 30901
(706) 722-0186
What is Dr. Pintavorn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pintavorn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588626030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pintavorn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pintavorn
What is Dr. Pairach Pintavorn's specialty?
Dr. Pintavorn is a Nephrologist near Augusta, GA.
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. Pairach Pintavorn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pintavorn is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pairach Pintavorn accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Pairach Pintavorn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pairach Pintavorn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pintavorn's office at (706) 722-0186 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pairach Pintavorn?
Please contact Dr. Pintavorn's office at (706) 722-0186 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pairach Pintavorn have?
Dr. Pairach Pintavorn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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