Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuppachi, Nephrologist in Bettendorf, IA?
Dr. Sarat Kuppachi, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bettendorf, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kuppachi graduated from Stanley Med College and completed his residency at New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program. Dr. Kuppachi is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuppachi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuppachi’s office at (319) 356-1616.
Where did Dr. Kuppachi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: Stanley Med College | Madras Med College
Is Dr. Kuppachi board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Sarat Kuppachi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuppachi speak?
Dr. Kuppachi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kuppachi typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kuppachi 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. Kuppachi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Personal History of Immunosuppressant Therapy
- Past immunosuppressive treatment
- Previous immune-suppressing drugs
- History of immunosuppression
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9225: Personal history of immunosuppression therapy
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kuppachi typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarat Kuppachi may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Kuppachi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kuppachi accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuppachi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuppachi accept in Bettendorf, IA?
Dr. Kuppachi in Bettendorf, IA 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 Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Kuppachi's office located?
Dr. Sarat Kuppachi's Primary Practice
865 Lincoln Rd Ste 500
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(319) 356-1616
What is Dr. Kuppachi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuppachi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093983629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuppachi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuppachi
What is Dr. Sarat Kuppachi's specialty?
Dr. Kuppachi is a Nephrologist near Bettendorf, IA.
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. Sarat Kuppachi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuppachi is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids, Osf Healthcare St. Mary Medical Center, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Unitypoint Health-Allen 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
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Is Sarat Kuppachi accepting new patients in Bettendorf, IA?
Yes, Dr. Sarat Kuppachi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarat Kuppachi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuppachi's office at (319) 356-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarat Kuppachi?
Please contact Dr. Kuppachi's office at (319) 356-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sarat Kuppachi have?
Dr. Sarat Kuppachi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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