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Who is Dr. Varanasi, Nephrologist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Laalasa Varanasi, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Varanasi is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varanasi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varanasi’s office at (415) 353-2503.
What languages does Dr. Varanasi speak?
Dr. Varanasi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Varanasi treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Varanasi 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. Varanasi. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Protein in Urine
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with 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
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- 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:
- Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
- PKD
- Cystic Kidney Disease
- Many Kidney Cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q613: Polycystic kidney, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Varanasi perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Laalasa Varanasi may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Varanasi's office.
Does Dr. Varanasi accept my insurance?
Dr. Varanasi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2503 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varanasi accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Varanasi in Berkeley, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
San Francisco Health Plan
SelectCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Varanasi's office located?
Dr. Laalasa Varanasi's Primary Practice
3100 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702
(415) 353-2503
What is Dr. Varanasi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varanasi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750778775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varanasi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varanasi
What is Dr. Laalasa Varanasi's specialty?
Dr. Varanasi is a Nephrologist near Berkeley, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Varanasi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laalasa Varanasi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varanasi is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, UC Davis Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center 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 Laalasa Varanasi accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
No, Dr. Laalasa Varanasi is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laalasa Varanasi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varanasi's office at (415) 353-2503 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laalasa Varanasi?
Please contact Dr. Varanasi's office at (415) 353-2503 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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