AK
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Who is Dr. Kallam, Nephrologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Ajay Kallam, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kallam is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kallam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kallam’s office.
Is Dr. Kallam board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Kallam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kallam speak?
Dr. Kallam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kallam typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kallam diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kallam. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kallam typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ajay Kallam may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Kallam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kallam accept my insurance?
Dr. Kallam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kallam accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Kallam in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ajay Kallam?
Dr. Kallam has appointments available at his Dallas, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Kallam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kallam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306003124.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kallam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kallam
What is Dr. Ajay Kallam's specialty?
Dr. Kallam is a Nephrologist near Dallas, TX.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Ajay Kallam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kallam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Health Kaufman. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ajay Kallam accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Kallam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Kallam offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kallam, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Kallam?
Yes, Dr. Kallam offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Kallam, or contact the office for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ajay Kallam have?
Dr. Ajay Kallam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Nephrologist Near Dallas, TX
SM
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Saqib Mahmud, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX.
Dallas, TX
MH
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Mohammad Ahraz Hussain, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX.
Dallas, TX
YL
Nephrologist
Accepting patientsDr. Yasir Lal, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Sherman, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Sherman, TX