Looking for a Nephrologist to work with me on Meds

I am an 80 year old male with CKD stage 4 and a GFR between 21 and 24. My CKD has been slowly progressing since 2017 when I began recording and charting my key CKD numbers.

During the past several years, in addition to regular PCP checkups, I have seen 3 Nephrologists. They offered sympathy, tours of dialysis centers, and similar “cures.”

I am looking for a Nephrologist to guide me toward medications and life style changes that may prolong my life. I am a compliant patient who follows whatever procedures and takes whatever medications we agree are appropriate.

Over the past few years, I have begun aerobic exercise with the goal of a sustained 120 BPM heart rate for at least 30 minutes 5 times a week. Last November I began a self-directed weight loss program and went from 205 pounds in November to 174 Pounds now, with a corresponding reduction in resting blood pressure from 180/70 to 123/55. I have also reduced my Doxazosin (was 8 mg – 12/28/25) to 4 mg and continue to take Lisinopril 20 mg.

I live in Boynton Beach Florida. and can come to Jacksonville for an initial visit and any additional visits that cannot be done via Telehealth. My Insurance is United Health Care Medicare Advantage and I can pay out-of-pocket for any additional testing you prescribe.

Am I an appropriate patient for your practice?