Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaiki, Nephrologist in Bloomfield, CT?
Dr. Meghana Gaiki, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bloomfield, CT. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaiki graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed her residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Gaiki is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaiki’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaiki’s office at (860) 769-7302.
Where did Dr. Gaiki go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lenox Hill Hospital | NSLIJ/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital Program
Medical School: Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Gaiki board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Meghana Gaiki, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gaiki speak?
Dr. Gaiki and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Gaiki treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Gaiki 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. Gaiki. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- 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
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure from Another Condition
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- Secondary Hypertension
- Symptomatic Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure with Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I159: Secondary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gaiki perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Meghana Gaiki may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gaiki's office.
Does Dr. Gaiki accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaiki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 769-7302 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaiki accept in Bloomfield, CT?
Dr. Gaiki in Bloomfield, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gaiki's office located?
Dr. Meghana Gaiki's Primary Practice
35 Jolley Dr Ste 203
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 769-7302
What is Dr. Gaiki's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaiki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437341948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaiki?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaiki
What is Dr. Meghana Gaiki's specialty?
Dr. Gaiki is a Nephrologist near Bloomfield, CT. 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. Contact Dr. Gaiki to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meghana Gaiki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaiki is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, CT 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
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Is Meghana Gaiki accepting new patients in Bloomfield, CT?
Yes, Dr. Meghana Gaiki is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meghana Gaiki offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaiki's office at (860) 769-7302 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meghana Gaiki?
Please contact Dr. Gaiki's office at (860) 769-7302 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meghana Gaiki have?
Dr. Meghana Gaiki is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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