Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar

Nephrology
Melrosewakefield Healthcare Inc.
170 Governors Ave, 
Medford, MA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
10
conditions
Melrosewakefield Healthcare Inc.
170 Governors Ave, 
Medford, MA 

Overview

Sagar Nigwekar is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Medford, Massachusetts.

Dr. Nigwekar is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Calciphylaxis, Calcinosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Parathyroidectomy, and Kidney Transplant.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 143 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Nigwekar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Melrosewakefield Healthcare
Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Massachusetts General Hospital
North Shore Medical Center -
Brigham And Women's Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Community Health Options
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Trustmark
  • PPO
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Melrosewakefield Healthcare Inc.
170 Governors Ave, Medford, MA 02155

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.

1 Clinical Trials

RENal Hemodialysis Patients ALlocated Apixaban Versus Warfarin in Atrial Fibrillation (RENAL-AF) Randomized Clinical Trial
RENal Hemodialysis Patients ALlocated Apixaban Versus Warfarin in Atrial Fibrillation (RENAL-AF) Randomized Clinical Trial
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 29, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 4

143 Total Publications

Online hemodiafiltration for kidney failure: guidance and best clinical practice recommendations from the Italian Society of Nephrology.
Online hemodiafiltration for kidney failure: guidance and best clinical practice recommendations from the Italian Society of Nephrology.
Journal: Journal of nephrology
Published: July 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar by calling their office at 781-979-3000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar a top-rated expert for Calciphylaxis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar is classified as an Elite expert for Calciphylaxis, 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. Sagar U. Nigwekar specialize in?

While Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Calciphylaxis, Calcinosis, and Chronic Kidney Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar has published 143 articles and abstracts on conditions like Calciphylaxis. You can view a list of Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar accept my insurance?

Dr. Sagar U. Nigwekar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 781-979-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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