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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalyanam, Nephrologist in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Sunitha Kalyanam, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA. She is board certified. Dr. Kalyanam is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalyanam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalyanam’s office.
Is Dr. Kalyanam board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Sunitha Kalyanam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kalyanam speak?
Dr. Kalyanam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kalyanam typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kalyanam 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. Kalyanam. 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, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic 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)
- 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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kalyanam typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sunitha Kalyanam may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Kalyanam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kalyanam accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalyanam 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. Kalyanam accept in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Kalyanam in Gainesville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kalyanam's office located?
What is Dr. Kalyanam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalyanam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639388903.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalyanam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalyanam
What is Dr. Sunitha Kalyanam's specialty?
Dr. Kalyanam is a Nephrologist near Gainesville, GA.
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. Sunitha Kalyanam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalyanam is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northside Hospital Duluth 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sunitha Kalyanam accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Sunitha Kalyanam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunitha Kalyanam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalyanam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunitha Kalyanam?
Please contact Dr. Kalyanam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sunitha Kalyanam have?
Dr. Sunitha Kalyanam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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663 Lanier Park Dr
Gainesville, GA 30501