30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khakmahd, Nephrologist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Oliver Khakmahd, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Khakmahd graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Khakmahd is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khakmahd’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khakmahd’s office at (510) 841-0411.
Where did Dr. Khakmahd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
Medical School: St George',s University | St George',s University | Stanford University School of Medicine | St. George's University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Khakmahd board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Oliver Khakmahd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khakmahd speak?
Dr. Khakmahd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Khakmahd typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Khakmahd 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. Khakmahd. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
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:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Khakmahd typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Khakmahd 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. Khakmahd. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
- Dialysis Circuit Angiography
- Fistula/Graft Evaluation
- Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36901: 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;
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
- AV Fistula Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Replacement
- Tunneled Catheter Exchange
- Central Line Replacement
- IV Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access
Also known as:
- Clearing Blocked Dialysis Access with Balloon and Clot Removal
- Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Access Declotting
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Repair
CPT Codes:
- 36905: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, dialysis circuit, any method, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation, diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement(s), and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s); with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Khakmahd accept my insurance?
Dr. Khakmahd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 841-0411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khakmahd accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Khakmahd in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khakmahd's office located?
Dr. Oliver Khakmahd's Primary Practice
2905 Telegraph Ave
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 841-0411
What is Dr. Khakmahd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khakmahd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164529830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khakmahd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khakmahd
What is Dr. Oliver Khakmahd's specialty?
Dr. Khakmahd is a Nephrologist near Berkeley, CA.
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. Oliver Khakmahd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khakmahd is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 Oliver Khakmahd accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Oliver Khakmahd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oliver Khakmahd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khakmahd's office at (510) 841-0411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oliver Khakmahd?
Please contact Dr. Khakmahd's office at (510) 841-0411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Oliver Khakmahd have?
Dr. Oliver Khakmahd is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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