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Who is Dr. Sankar, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Anila Sankar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sankar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sankar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sankar’s office at (713) 484-7000.
Is Dr. Sankar board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Anila Sankar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sankar speak?
Dr. Sankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Malayalam
What conditions does Dr. Sankar treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sankar 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. Sankar. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal 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
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- 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
- 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
- High Potassium
- Low Potassium
- High Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Other Types of Protein in Urine
- Isolated Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Various proteinuria
- Different forms of protein in urine
- Isolated proteinuria
- Transient protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R808: Other proteinuria
- R800: Isolated proteinuria
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Calcium
- Calcium
- Hypercalcemia
- Excess Calcium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8352: Hypercalcemia
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Sankar perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Anila Sankar 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. Sankar's office.
Does Dr. Sankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 484-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sankar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sankar in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sankar's office located?
Dr. Anila Sankar's Primary Practice
7737 Southwest Fwy Ste 250
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 484-7000
What is Dr. Sankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609056928.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sankar
What is Dr. Anila Sankar's specialty?
Dr. Sankar is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX. 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. Sankar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anila Sankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sankar is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital 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 Anila Sankar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Anila Sankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anila Sankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sankar's office at (713) 484-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anila Sankar?
Please contact Dr. Sankar's office at (713) 484-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anila Sankar have?
Dr. Anila Sankar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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