Additional Languages Spoken
German
Anthony J. Bleyer, MD, MS
Conditions and Treatments
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Hemodialysis
- In-Center Nocturnal Dialysis
- Dialysis
- Home Hemodialysis
- Intravenous Infusion Therapy
- Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agents
- In-Center Hemodialysis
- Isolated Extracorporeal Ultrafiltration
- Nocturnal Hemodialysis
- Inherited Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypercalcemia
- Acute Nephritic Syndrome
- Amyloidosis
- Anemia
- Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess Syndrome
- C1q Nephropathy
- Cholesterol Emboli
- Chronic Nephritis
- Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT)
- Cryoglobuinemia
- Dense Deposit Disease (MPGN Type 2)
- Diabetes Insipidus
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Fanconi Syndrome
- Genetic Diseases
- Goodpasture Syndrome
- Hepatitis C-Associated Renal Disease
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Hypernatremia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypophosphatemia
- Immunotactoid Glomerulopathy
- Kidney Infection
- Lead Nephropathy and Lead-Related Nephrotoxicity
- Lithium Nephrotoxicity
- Lupus, Systemic Lupus Erythematosis
- Medullary Sponge Kidney
- MesoAmerican Nephropathy
- Microscopic Polyangiitis
- MUC1 Nephropathy
- Necrotizing Glomerulonephritis
- Nephrosis
- Papillary Necrosis
- Post-Infectious Glomerulonephritis
- Proliferative Glomerulonephritis with Monoclonal IgG Deposits (Nasr Disease)
- Pseudohypoparathyroidism
- Pyonephrosis
- Reflux Nephropathy
- Renal Artery Embolism
- Renal Disorders
- Renal Tubular Acidosis
- Renin Secreting Tumors (Juxtaglomerular Cell Tumor)
- Sarcoidosis Renal Disease
- Thin Basement Membrane Disease
- Uremia
- Vancomycin-Associated Nephropathy
- Wegener's Granulomatosis
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Mucin-1 Kidney Disease
- Multiple Myeloma
- Hypocalcemia
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- Analgesic Nephropathy
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Atheroembolic Renal Disease
- Calcineurin Inhibitor Nephrotoxicity
- Kidney Disease
- Churg-Strauss Syndrome
- Contrast Nephropathy
- Cystic Kidney Disease, Acquired
- Dent Disease (X-linked Recessive Nephrolithiasis)
- Diffuse Mesangial Sclerosis
- Fabry Disease
- Fibrillary Glomerulonephritis
- Gitelman Syndrome
- Hematuria (Pediatric)
- Hepatorenal Syndrome
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperoxaluria
- Hypomagnesemia
- IgA Nephropathy
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Kidney Injury
- Liddle Syndrome
- Loin Pain Hematuria
- Malignancy-Associated Kidney Disease
- Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
- Metabolic Acidosis
- Milk-Alkalai Syndrome
- Myeloproliferative Neoplams and Glomerulopathy
- Nephrocalcinosis
- Oxalate Nephropathy
- Polyarteritis Nodosa
- Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis
- Proteinuria (Protein in Urine)
- Pulmonary-Renal Syndrome
- Radiation Nephropathy
- Renal Agenesis
- Renal Artery Stenosis
- Renal Infarction
- Renal Vein Thrombosis
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Scleroderma Renal Crisis
- Tuberous Sclerosis
- Urinary Tract Infection/Inflammation
- Waldenstroms' Macroglobulinemic Glomerulonephritis
- Hematuria (Adult)
- Ultrafiltration
- Uromodulin-Associated Kidney Disease
- Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Alport Syndrome
- ANCA Vasculitis
- APOL1 Mutations
- Bartter Syndrome
- Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Kidney Failure
- Collapsing Glomerulopathy
- Cortical Necrosis
- Cystinuria
- Diabetes and Diabetic Kidney Disease
- Drug-Induced Kidney Disease
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia
- Fibronectin Glomerulopathy
- Glomerular Disease
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
- HNF1B-related Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Hypermagnesemia
- Hyperphosphatemia
- Hyponatremia
- IgG4 Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage
- Kidney Stones (Adult)
- Light Chain Deposition Disease
- Lupus Kidney Disease
- Malignant Hypertension
- Membranous Nephropathy
- Metabolic Alkalosis
- Minimal Change Disease
- Nail-Patella Syndrome
- Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
- Page Kidney
- Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Preeclampsia
- Pseudohyperaldosteronism
- Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection)
- Rapidly Progessive Glomerulonephritis
- Renal Artery Aneurysm
- Renal Cyst
- Renal Osteodystrophy
- Renin Mutations and Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Renal Disease
- Sickle Cell Nephropathy
- Tumor Lysis Syndrome
- Urinary Tract Obstruction
- Warfarin-Related Nephropathy
Ratings and Reviews
4.985 Ratings 31 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.9 |
| Cared about me | 4.9 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.9 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.9 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- May 18, 2023 I like Dr. Bleyer. He is a good Dr. and knows me from amongst his many patients. Even asks about my wife, who I am a care giver for.
- May 18, 2023 I have been a patient of Dr. Bleyers for 11 years. He’s a wonderful doctor, caring & always listening to my concerns. I appreciate him a lot.
- May 17, 2023 Dr. Bleyer a;ways listens to my input regarding my care and explains why he chooses to make the decisions he does regarding my care and medications
- May 3, 2023 Very nice and caring
- April 26, 2023 Dr. Bleyer is wonderful! I know he really cares about my medical care. He listens to me and explains everything clearly. He’s awesome!!
- April 15, 2023 Really shows concern for me and any issues I might have.
- April 15, 2023 The best!
- March 24, 2023 Dr. Bleyer is an extraordinary physician. He is a preeminent subject matter experts and a compassionate physician. He explains complex ideas simply, listens carefully and provides reassurance. He truly cares about his patients. I could not be in better hands.
- March 7, 2023 Dr. Bleyer is incredibly knowledgeable and kind to his patients. I would highly recommend him to anyone in search of an expert nephrologist.
- March 4, 2023 Dr. Bleyer is an excellent physician!
- February 23, 2023 I Gave Dr. Bleyer a 10 score due to his always and continuing concern regarding my well being. I fell I remain a productive citizen due his omgoing care and guidance.
- January 15, 2023 Dr. Bleyer is a very caring and personable doctor. I am confident in any decision he makes about my care. He is an excellent nephrologist.
- January 11, 2023 Best provider, most caring and thorough. Always takes time to answer questions and concerns I have.
- January 11, 2023 Dr. Bleyer is awesome! He is so caring. He listens to me. He shares all of his decisions with me. I couldn’t ask for a better doctor.
- December 21, 2022 Dr Bleyer is the best. He cares; period! He is always in contact with my other team of physicians at the Mayo Clinic. They have the best plan for my condition. Dr Bleyer is a rare physician because he wants to work with other physicians in my care plan. Outstanding individual!
- December 15, 2022 Very caring approach.
- December 8, 2022 Dr. Bleyer is so caring. He is genuinely concerned about my health issues. He goes over and above to help me. I would travel an hour to keep him as my kidney specialist.
- December 7, 2022 Dr. Bleyer is great, I have always been able to talk with him. he is like dealing with trusted friend. I plan to see Dr. Bleyer as long as possible.
- November 16, 2022 Dr. Bleyer is a fine doctor. He discussed my situation with care, and he takes time to talk, just wish we had more time.
- October 29, 2022 There are not enough words to tell you what an amazing doctor Dr. Bleyer is. He truly cares about my feelings as well as my care. He exhausted every thing at his disposal to see if he could do something about my kidneys. He??s fantastic!
- October 8, 2022 Dr. Bleyer is the absolute best! He listens to what I have to say and answers all my questions. He is very thorough, caring and explains things in a way I understand. I could not ask for a better nephrologist.
- September 14, 2022 I feel so fortunate that I found Dr. Bleyer. He is awesome! He listens. He??s thorough. He treats my issues seriously.
- September 14, 2022 Very thoughtful
- September 14, 2022 Dr Bleyer is always looking for ways to use preventative measures to improve my health
- August 24, 2022 Dr. Bleyer is outstanding. He listens to his patients, cares for them, and is extremely knowledgeable.
- August 17, 2022 DOCTORS WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL AND SAVED MY LIFE
- August 14, 2022 Always a very positive experience; very considerate and helpful.
- August 10, 2022 very thorough, efficient, knowledgable, communicative, and compassionate
- August 3, 2022 Dr. Bleyer is a very knowledgeable nephrologist, who demonstrates genuine concern for the well-being of the patient. He carefully listens to you with compassion.
- July 22, 2022 Dr. Bleyer is always so concerned and flexible; I feel like he treats me as a whole person and not just as a rare kidney disease to be studied. His knowledge and genuine concern comes through every conversation we have whether in person, virtually or by email. He is a great communicator and keeps me up to date with test results. He even knows the area where I live and teach and is just very personable. I never feel like he is rushing off to someone else. This is uncommon, especially for a busy doctor! When I was referred to Dr. Bleyer, I was nervous. However, I feel like we have a true partnership! I could see other specialists much closer home, but Dr. Bleyer is worth the drive!
- July 17, 2022 He is extremely knowledgeable and clear and easygoing.I feel he is my personal friend !
Locations
Kidney Services - Janeway Tower
at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Credentials
Education
- BS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1982
- MD, Baylor College of Medicine, 1987
Internship
- Internal Medicine, Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1988
Residency
- Internal Medicine, Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1990
Fellowship
- Nephrology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 1992
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Nephrology
Memberships
- American Society of Nephrology
- International Society Peritoneal Dialysis
- International Society of Nephrology
- National Kidney Foundation
Positions
- Physician
- Professor, Nephrology
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Small Molecule Targets TMED9 and Promotes Lysosomal Degradation to Reverse Proteinopathy. Dvela-Levitt M, Kost-Alimova M, Emani M, Kohnert E, Thompson R, Sidhom EH, Rivadeneira A, Sahakian N, Roignot J, Papagregoriou G, Montesinos MS, Clark AR, McKinney D, Gutierrez J, Roth M, Ronco L, Elonga E, Carter TA, Gnirke A, Melanson M, Hartland K, Wieder N, Hsu JC, Deltas C, Hughey R, Bleyer AJ, Kmoch S, Živná M, Barešova V, Kota S, Schlondorff J, Heiman M, Alper SL, Wagner F, Weins A, Golub TR, Lander ES, Greka A. Cell. 2019 07; 178(3):521-535.e23.
- Outcomes of patient self-referral for the diagnosis of several rare inherited kidney diseases. Bleyer AJ, Kidd K, Robins V, Martin L, Taylor A, Santi A, Tsoumas G, Hunt A, Swain E, Abbas M, Akinbola E, Vidya S, Moossavi S, Bleyer AJ, Živná M, Hartmannová H, Hodanová K, Vyletal P, Votruba M, Harden M, Blumenstiel B, Greka A, Kmoch S. Genet Med. 2020 01; 22(1):142-149.
- Risk of Mortality Associated With Therapeutic Hypothermia Among Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivors With Known Heart Failure. Qureshi WT, Dutta A, Masmoudi Y, Nasir UB, Majeed CN, Azizian J, McDonald L, Shah D, Bleyer A, Jogu H. Am. J. Cardiol. 2019 09; 124(5):751-755.
- Impaired Regeneration Potential in Urinary Stem Cells Diagnosed from the Patients with Diabetic Nephropathy. Xiong G, Tang W, Zhang D, He D, Wei G, Atala A, Liang XJ, Bleyer AJ, Bleyer ME, Yu J, Aloi JA, Ma JX, Furdui CM, Zhang Y. Theranostics. 2019; 9(14):4221-4232.
- Diagnostic Utility of Exome Sequencing for Kidney Disease. Bleyer AJ, Kmoch S, Greka A. N. Engl. J. Med. 2019 05; 380(21):2080.