I Can't See A Nephrologist Until Stage 3B

This is not me personally, but I had someone tell me that this is what their doctor told them. They were told that one of the Kidney Foundations recommended this. Am I missing something here?

Maybe this is why so many people aren't told they have CKD until they are stage 3. Shouldn't we see a nephrologist as soon as possible to understand what is causing our kidneys to decline?

Has anyone ever heard this information before? What are your thoughts on this? We would like to hear from you. Diane (Team Member)