Browse nephrologists in Alaska.
16
Nephrologists
100%
Accepting patients
75%
Most common: MD
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Alaska has 16 licensed nephrologists, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (75%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 6%.
University of Washington School of Medicine - WWAMI Alaska Track trains practitioners in the state. Notable hospitals include Providence Alaska Medical Center, Alaska Regional Hospital, and Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. Health systems such as Providence Alaska Medical Center, Southcentral Foundation, and Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium employ many of the state's nephrologists.
75% accept Medicare. Patients with Alaska Medicaid (Denali Care) should verify coverage directly, as not all nephrologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, qhp-38344, qhp-73836, qhp-32225, and qhp-30751.
Alaska relies heavily on telemedicine to serve remote communities, with the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium operating one of the largest tribal telehealth networks in the United States.
Alaska has 16 licensed nephrologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of nephrologists in Alaska are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among nephrologists in Alaska include medicare, qhp-38344, qhp-73836, qhp-32225, and qhp-30751. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
An office visit copay is $30 to $75. A kidney function panel costs $50 to $200. Each dialysis session costs $250 to $500. A kidney transplant runs $250,000 to $400,000 or more. Actual costs in Alaska depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Dialysis costs are largely covered by Medicare. For CKD patients not yet on dialysis, newer medications like SGLT2 inhibitors can slow progression but may require prior authorization. Ask about manufacturer assistance programs for expensive kidney medications.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Alaska has 16 nephrologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Alaska, 75% hold the MD credential and 6% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
75% of nephrologists in Alaska accept Medicare. Medicare covers dialysis for all patients with end-stage kidney disease, regardless of age. Medicare also covers kidney transplant evaluation and surgery. Monthly lab work is covered for dialysis patients. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some nephrologists in Alaska accept Alaska Medicaid (Denali Care), the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers nephrology services and dialysis in all states. Coverage for newer CKD medications (SGLT2 inhibitors) varies by state formulary. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Alaska Medicaid (Denali Care) participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Alaska include medicare, qhp-38344, qhp-73836, qhp-32225, and qhp-30751.
Nephrology visits are covered as specialist visits. Medicare covers dialysis for all patients with end-stage kidney disease regardless of age. Dialysis and transplant are among the most expensive treatments in medicine. If you are approaching dialysis, your nephrologist's office can help navigate insurance and disability benefits. Medications for CKD, especially newer ones like SGLT2 inhibitors, may require prior authorization.