<prompt> If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patients description.I have been diagnosed with CKD Stage 3a. I am having difficulty with being authorized to see a nephrologist. My doctor Verna Liss, MD has known I have CKD, yet failed to let me know this for the past three years. I am very concerned about the lack of treatment and information I am being given, and need help. Also, the lab tests ordered by Dr. Liss are not being paid by my carrier, Anthem Blue Cross. I cannot afford to pay for having my question answered.Linda Florey09041949  <response>: HIT hanks for your query. The general measures which help control the progression of CKD include:1 Control of blood pressure BP2 LDL cholestrol3 Strict control of blood sugars if you are a diabetic4 Quit smoking5 Use of a class of medications known as Arms under the supervision of a doctor6 Appropriate diet need to know more reportsSpecific measures can be taken once we know the cause of CKD Hope this helps Good luck. 