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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vaidya, Nephrologist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Palavi Vaidya, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Vaidya is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaidya’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaidya’s office at (616) 752-6235.
What languages does Dr. Vaidya speak?
Dr. Vaidya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vaidya typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Vaidya 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. Vaidya. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney 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
- 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:
- 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. Vaidya typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Palavi Vaidya may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Vaidya's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vaidya accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaidya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 752-6235 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaidya accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Vaidya in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vaidya's office located?
Dr. Palavi Vaidya's Primary Practice
330 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 752-6235
What is Dr. Vaidya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaidya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386271724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaidya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaidya
What is Dr. Palavi Vaidya's specialty?
Dr. Vaidya is a Nephrologist near Grand Rapids, MI.
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. Palavi Vaidya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vaidya is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West, Holland Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock 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 Palavi Vaidya accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Palavi Vaidya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Palavi Vaidya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaidya's office at (616) 752-6235 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Palavi Vaidya?
Please contact Dr. Vaidya's office at (616) 752-6235 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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