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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desiraju, Nephrologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Brinda Desiraju, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desiraju is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desiraju’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desiraju’s office.
What languages does Dr. Desiraju speak?
Dr. Desiraju and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Desiraju typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Desiraju 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. Desiraju. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fluid Overload
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
- E875: Hyperkalemia
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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Desiraju typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Desiraju performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Desiraju. 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:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Does Dr. Desiraju accept my insurance?
Dr. Desiraju accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desiraju accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Desiraju in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Desiraju's office located?
What is Dr. Desiraju's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desiraju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861503070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desiraju?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desiraju
What is Dr. Brinda Desiraju's specialty?
Dr. Desiraju is a Nephrologist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Brinda Desiraju affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desiraju is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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 Brinda Desiraju accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Brinda Desiraju is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brinda Desiraju offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desiraju's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brinda Desiraju?
Please contact Dr. Desiraju's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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