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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kokko, Nephrologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Kenneth Kokko, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kokko completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kokko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kokko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kokko’s office at (423) 702-7904.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kokko?
Dr. Kenneth Kokko, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kokko empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant Medicine-Kidney, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chattanooga/TN community, Dr. Kokko is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kokko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Emory University
Is Dr. Kokko board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Kokko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kokko speak?
Dr. Kokko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kokko treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kokko 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. Kokko. 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:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Phosphate Metabolism Disorder
- Phosphorus Imbalance
- Abnormal Phosphorus Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8330: Disorder of phosphorus metabolism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kokko perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Kokko 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. Kokko's office.
Does Dr. Kokko accept my insurance?
Dr. Kokko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 702-7904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kokko accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Kokko in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kokko's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Kokko's Primary Practice
251 N Lyerly St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7904
What is Dr. Kokko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kokko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174533178.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kokko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kokko
What is Dr. Kenneth Kokko's specialty?
Dr. Kokko is a Nephrologist near Chattanooga, TN. 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. Kokko to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Kokko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kokko is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital, CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga 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 Kenneth Kokko accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Kokko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Kokko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kokko's office at (423) 702-7904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Kokko?
Please contact Dr. Kokko's office at (423) 702-7904 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Kokko have?
Dr. Kenneth Kokko is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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