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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lagudu, Nephrologist in Watkinsville, GA?
Dr. Sudha Lagudu, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Watkinsville, GA. Dr. Lagudu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lagudu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lagudu’s office at (706) 850-8135.
What languages does Dr. Lagudu speak?
Dr. Lagudu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lagudu typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lagudu 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. Lagudu. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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. Lagudu typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lagudu 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. Lagudu. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Lagudu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lagudu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 850-8135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lagudu accept in Watkinsville, GA?
Dr. Lagudu in Watkinsville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lagudu's office located?
Dr. Sudha Lagudu's Primary Practice
1360 Caduceus Way Bldg 400
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 850-8135
What is Dr. Lagudu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lagudu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720583156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lagudu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lagudu
What is Dr. Sudha Lagudu's specialty?
Dr. Lagudu is a Nephrologist near Watkinsville, GA.
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. Sudha Lagudu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lagudu is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Walton Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale 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 Sudha Lagudu accepting new patients in Watkinsville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Sudha Lagudu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sudha Lagudu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lagudu's office at (706) 850-8135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sudha Lagudu?
Please contact Dr. Lagudu's office at (706) 850-8135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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