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Dr. Kathy Jabs, MD

Pediatric Nephrology•Female•Age 65

Dr. Kathy Jabs, MD is a Pediatric Nephrology Specialist in Nashville, TN and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Columbia U, College of Phys/Surg medical school in 1982. She is affiliated with Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She is accepting new patients and has indicated that she accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Jabs to book an appointment.

Dr. Jabs

Vanderbilt University

2200 CHILDRENS WAY Nashville, TN 37232
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
(615) 322-7416

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(615) 322-7416

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At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Experience and Background Checks

Experience
Background

Background Check

No malpractice claims found for Tennessee
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Jabs' Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Jabs treats Secondary Renovascular Hypertension more than 85% of her peers

Dr. Jabs treats this condition more than 85% of her peers

Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Jabs treats Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders more than 83% of her peers

Dr. Jabs treats this condition more than 83% of her peers

Mineral Metabolism Disorders
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Jabs treats Mineral Metabolism Disorders more than 72% of her peers

Dr. Jabs treats this condition more than 72% of her peers

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Dr. Jabs' conditions and procedures:

  • Acidosis
  • Acute Glomerulonephritis
  • Acute Kidney Failure
  • Alkalosis
  • Calcium Metabolism Disorders
  • Chronic Glomerulonephritis
  • Chronic Kidney Diseases
  • Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
  • Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
  • Congenital Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease
  • Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
  • Congenital Renal Dysplasia
  • Dehydration
  • Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Hemodialysis
  • Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
  • Hydronephrosis
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Hypertension
  • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Hypokalemia
  • Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
  • Iron Metabolism Disorders
  • Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
  • Mineral Metabolism Disorders
  • Nephritis and Nephropathy
  • Nephrotic Syndrome
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
  • Plasmapheresis
  • Proteinuria
  • Renal Hyperparathyroidism
  • Renal Osteodystrophy
  • Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
  • Vitamin D Deficiency

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Dr. Jabs accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Aetna HMO
Choice Plus POS II
Anthem
National (BlueCard) PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
LocalPlus
Open Access Plus
MultiPlan
PHCS Network PPO

Dr. Jabs' Reviews

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  • Office environment (1)
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  • Appointment was rushed (2)
  • Didn't explain conditions well (2)
  • Didn't listen or answer questions (2)
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Takes 3 days to get a call back, usually have to wait an hour before being seen, and we have had no positive results in 2 years
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Worried Parent in Franklin, TN – Dec 13, 2016
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Condescending attitude and lack of collaboration caused us to seek care at a better hospital in a different city.
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TNDad in Spring Hill, TN – Jul 16, 2016
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Kathy Jabs, MD is a Pediatric Nephrology Specialist in Nashville, TN and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from...Read more

Specialties

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Nephrology

Board Certifications

  • Pediatrics
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Education

1988
Childrens Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
1985
New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Residency Hospital
1983
New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Internship Hospital
1982
Columbia U, College of Phys/Surg
Medical School
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Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Kathy Jabs, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Jabs has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.

Is Dr. Kathy Jabs, MD accepting new patients?

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Does Dr. Kathy Jabs, MD accept my insurance?

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What are Dr. Kathy Jabs, MD's top areas of care?

Dr. Jabs frequently treats Secondary Renovascular Hypertension, Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders, and Mineral Metabolism Disorders. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Jabs treats.

Where is Dr. Kathy Jabs, MD's office located?

Dr. Jabs' office is located at 2200 CHILDRENS WAY, Nashville, TN 37232. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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Locations

Practice

Vanderbilt University2200 CHILDRENS WAY Nashville, TN 37232
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center1301 Medical Center Dr Nashville, TN 37232
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Jabs is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.

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Sycamore Shoals Hospital

Elizabethton, TN

77% Patient Experience Rating, 8% higher than the national average

2 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2018)