8410 Decatur St Ste 100, 
Westminster, CO 

Overview

Katherine Akers is a Nephrologist in Westminster, Colorado. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Renal Papillary Necrosis. Dr. Akers is currently accepting new patients.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

The University Of Texas Medical School At Houston

Residency

Vanderbilt University Hospital

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CO

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Vanderbilt University Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Centura Health-St Anthony North Health Campus

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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  • PPO
Humana
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Kaiser Permanente
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UnitedHealthcare
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

Western Nephrology Metabolic Bone Disease Pc
8410 Decatur St Ste 100, Westminster, CO 80031

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Katherine Akers

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Akers?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Katherine Akers by calling their office at 303-430-7000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Katherine Akers a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Katherine Akers is classified as an Experienced expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Katherine Akers specialize in?

While Dr. Katherine Akers is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Acute Kidney Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Katherine Akers participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Katherine Akers has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Katherine Akers's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Katherine Akers accept my insurance?

Dr. Katherine Akers accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 303-430-7000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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