Browse nephrologists in Pennsylvania.
870
Nephrologists
100%
Accepting patients
73%
Most common: MD
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Pennsylvania is home to 870 licensed nephrologists, one of the larger nephrologist workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (73%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 13%.
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine train nephrologists in the state. Notable hospitals include Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, UPMC Presbyterian, and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Health systems such as Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Jefferson Health employ many of the state's nephrologists.
75% accept Medicare. Patients with Pennsylvania Medicaid (MA) should verify coverage directly, as not all nephrologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-54192, and qhp-44228.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is the oldest children's hospital in the United States and consistently ranks among the top two in the nation.
Pennsylvania has 870 licensed nephrologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of nephrologists in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-54192, and qhp-44228. 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 Pennsylvania 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. Pennsylvania has 870 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 Pennsylvania, 73% hold the MD credential and 13% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
75% of nephrologists in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania accept Pennsylvania Medicaid (MA), 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 Pennsylvania Medicaid (MA) participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Pennsylvania include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-54192, and qhp-44228.
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.