colorado kidney care patient portal

Do I need a referral to see a kidney specialist in Colorado?

In order to schedule your first appointment with Colorado Kidney Care you must first receive a referral from your general practitioner or another qualified healthcare provider.

Why choose kidney care center?

The mission of our medical practice is to provide the highest quality care and treatment available for all kidney related conditions. When you need quality kidney care and the best treatment for your kidney-related conditions, Kidney Care Center will be there every step of the way.

What is the medical specialty that deals with kidney disease?

Nephrology is the medical specialty that deals with kidney disease. A Nephrologist is a doctor who cares for patients with kidney disease. You have two kidneys that are designed to perform complex jobs within your body, like removing toxins from your body as well as control the body’s balance of fluids, electrolytes, and blood pressure.

How to get tested for CKD?from cdc.gov

Get tested for CKD regularly if you are at risk. Find it early. Treat it early. Ask your doctor to test your blood or pee. If you have diabetes, get tested yearly. If you have diabetes, stay in your target blood sugar range as much as possible. Lose weight if you are overweight. Get active.

What to do if you have CKD?from cdc.gov

If you have CKD, meet with a dietitian to make a kidney-healthy eating plan.

How many people with diabetes have CKD?from cdc.gov

Approximately 1 of 3 adults with diabetes and 1 of 5 adults with high blood pressure may have CKD. In addition to diabetes and high blood pressure, other problems that put you at greater chance of kidney disease include: heart disease, obesity (being overweight), and a family history of CKD.

What is NKF care?from kidney.org

Our Patient Information Help Line, NKF Cares, offers support for people affected by kidney disease, organ donation or transplantation. It's designed just for patients, family members and care partners. Speak with a trained specialist who will answer your questions and listen to your concerns.

What does it mean when you pee and you have a protein in your urine?from cdc.gov

Ask your doctor to test your blood and your pee. If the doctor finds protein (albumin) in your pee, it is a sign of the start of kidney disease caused by diabetes. Get tested yearly. Your kidneys are not working as they usually do.