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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sivakumar, Nephrologist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Devyani Sivakumar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sivakumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivakumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivakumar’s office at (401) 861-7711.
What languages does Dr. Sivakumar speak?
Dr. Sivakumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sivakumar typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sivakumar 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. Sivakumar. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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. Sivakumar typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Devyani Sivakumar may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Sivakumar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sivakumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivakumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 861-7711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sivakumar accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Sivakumar in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sivakumar's office located?
Dr. Devyani Sivakumar's Primary Practice
1076 N Main St
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 861-7711
What is Dr. Sivakumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivakumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285288308.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivakumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivakumar
What is Dr. Devyani Sivakumar's specialty?
Dr. Sivakumar is a Nephrologist near Providence, RI.
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. Devyani Sivakumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sivakumar is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, New London Hospital 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 Devyani Sivakumar accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Devyani Sivakumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Devyani Sivakumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sivakumar's office at (401) 861-7711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Devyani Sivakumar?
Please contact Dr. Sivakumar's office at (401) 861-7711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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