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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhuta, Nephrologist in Athens, AL?
Dr. Kunal Bhuta is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Athens, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bhuta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhuta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhuta’s office at (256) 232-0801.
What languages does Dr. Bhuta speak?
Dr. Bhuta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bhuta typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bhuta 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. Bhuta. 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 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bhuta typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kunal Bhuta may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Bhuta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bhuta accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhuta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 232-0801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhuta accept in Athens, AL?
Dr. Bhuta in Athens, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhuta's office located?
Dr. Kunal Bhuta's Primary Practice
1005 W Market St Ste 16
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-0801
What is Dr. Bhuta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhuta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245714187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhuta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhuta
What is Dr. Kunal Bhuta's specialty?
Dr. Bhuta is a Nephrologist near Athens, AL.
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. Kunal Bhuta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhuta is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Maury Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is Kunal Bhuta accepting new patients in Athens, AL?
Yes, Dr. Kunal Bhuta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kunal Bhuta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhuta's office at (256) 232-0801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kunal Bhuta?
Please contact Dr. Bhuta's office at (256) 232-0801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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