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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ameta, Pediatric Nephrologist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Priyanka Ameta, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ameta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ameta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ameta’s office at (601) 898-4404.
What languages does Dr. Ameta speak?
Dr. Ameta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Ameta typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Ameta 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. Ameta. 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
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Ameta typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Priyanka Ameta may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Ameta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ameta accept my insurance?
Dr. Ameta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 898-4404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ameta accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Ameta in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ameta's office located?
What is Dr. Ameta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ameta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700339462.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ameta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ameta
What is Dr. Priyanka Ameta's specialty?
Dr. Ameta is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Jackson, MS.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Priyanka Ameta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ameta is affiliated with University Of Mississippi 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
When to see a Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Priyanka Ameta accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Priyanka Ameta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Priyanka Ameta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ameta's office at (601) 898-4404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Priyanka Ameta?
Please contact Dr. Ameta's office at (601) 898-4404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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