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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Basani, Nephrologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Shailesh Basani, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Basani is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Basani’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Basani’s office at (404) 410-3970.
Is Dr. Basani board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Shailesh Basani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Basani speak?
Dr. Basani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Basani typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Basani 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. Basani. 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 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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. Basani typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shailesh Basani may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Basani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Basani accept my insurance?
Dr. Basani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 410-3970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Basani accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Basani in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Basani's office located?
Dr. Shailesh Basani's Primary Practice
5669 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 240
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 410-3970
What is Dr. Basani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Basani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629269972.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Basani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Basani
What is Dr. Shailesh Basani's specialty?
Dr. Basani is a Nephrologist near Atlanta, 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. Shailesh Basani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Basani is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Duluth, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Emory Johns Creek 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 Shailesh Basani accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Shailesh Basani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shailesh Basani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Basani's office at (404) 410-3970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shailesh Basani?
Please contact Dr. Basani's office at (404) 410-3970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shailesh Basani have?
Dr. Shailesh Basani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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