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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koushik, Nephrologist in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Rahul Koushik, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Koushik is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koushik’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koushik’s office at (703) 504-3000.
Where did Dr. Koushik go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Seth G S Med College University Of Mumbai Mumbai Maharashtra India
What languages does Dr. Koushik speak?
Dr. Koushik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Marathi
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Koushik typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Koushik 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. Koushik. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Koushik typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rahul Koushik may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Koushik's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Koushik accept my insurance?
Dr. Koushik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 504-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koushik accept in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Koushik in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BMC Health System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Koushik's office located?
Dr. Rahul Koushik's Primary Practice
1625 N George Mason Dr
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 504-3000
What is Dr. Koushik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koushik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275518755.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koushik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koushik
What is Dr. Rahul Koushik's specialty?
Dr. Koushik is a Nephrologist near Arlington, VA.
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. Rahul Koushik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koushik is affiliated with Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Rahul Koushik accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Koushik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rahul Koushik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koushik's office at (703) 504-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rahul Koushik?
Please contact Dr. Koushik's office at (703) 504-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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