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Dr. Ali Assefi, MD

Nephrology*
3.5 (11)
Map Pin Small Fairfax, VA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Ali Assefi, MD

Dr. Ali Assefi, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Fairfax, VA. They specialize in Nephrology, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Nephrology. They graduated from University of London and is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center. Dr. Assefi, completed a residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Assefi an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Assefi works at Nephrology Associates of Northern Virginia in Fairfax, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Proteinuria and Nephritis and Nephropathy along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Assefi's Office Locations

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    Nephrology Associates of Northern Virginia
    13135 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy Ste 135, Fairfax, VA 22033 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Proteinuria
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Hyperparathyroidism
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Vitamin D Deficiency
Immunization Administration
Acidosis
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Acute Kidney Failure
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Fever
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Foot Infection
Gout
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Hyperkalemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Kidney Stones
Nausea
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Nephrotic Syndrome
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Glomerulonephritis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchitis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Constipation
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes
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Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Electrolyte Disorders
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Fluid Disorders
Folic Acid Deficiency
Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Warts
Glomerulonephritis
Heart Disease
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hives
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Hydronephrosis
Hypercalcemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypoglycemia
Hypotension
Hypothyroidism
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Kidney Disease
Kidney Hypertrophy
Kidney Infection
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Pericardial Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Potassium Deficiency
Rash
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Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Renal Osteodystrophy
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Sarcoidosis
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Swine Flu
Tobacco Use Disorder
Tremor
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vasculitis
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Warts
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Wegener's Granulomatosis
Wheezing
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Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Dialysis
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End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound
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    Insurance Accepted

    • Aetna
    • Anthem
    • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • First Health
    • Humana
    • Midwest Health Plan
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    Ratings & Reviews

    3.5
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    Based on 11 ratings
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    About Dr. Ali Assefi, MD

    Specialties*
    • Nephrology

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1275531832
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Royal Free Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Georgetown University Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Royal Free Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of London
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Nephrology
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Reston Hospital Center

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    Dr. Ali Assefi, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Assefi is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Assefi has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Assefi works at Nephrology Associates of Northern Virginia in Fairfax, VA. View the full address on Dr. Assefi’s profile.

    Dr. Assefi has seen patients for Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Proteinuria and Nephritis and Nephropathy, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Assefi on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Assefi. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Assefi.

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