35 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dawood, Nephrologist in Decatur, IL?
Dr. Mohammed Dawood, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Decatur, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Dawood graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Lutheran Medical Center Program. Dr. Dawood is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dawood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawood’s office at (217) 876-6860.
Where did Dr. Dawood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Medical Center Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine | Karachi Medical and Dental College
What languages does Dr. Dawood speak?
Dr. Dawood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dawood typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Dawood 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. Dawood. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
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
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dawood typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mohammed Dawood may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Dawood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dawood accept my insurance?
Dr. Dawood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 876-6860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dawood accept in Decatur, IL?
Dr. Dawood in Decatur, IL 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dawood's office located?
What is Dr. Dawood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dawood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174589576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dawood
What is Dr. Mohammed Dawood's specialty?
Dr. Dawood is a Nephrologist near Decatur, IL.
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. Mohammed Dawood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dawood is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Mohammed Dawood accepting new patients in Decatur, IL?
Yes, Dr. Mohammed Dawood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mohammed Dawood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dawood's office at (217) 876-6860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mohammed Dawood?
Please contact Dr. Dawood's office at (217) 876-6860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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