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Who is Dr. Sahami, Nephrologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Nima Sahami, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sahami is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sahami’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. Sahami’s office at (310) 423-8661.
What languages does Dr. Sahami speak?
Dr. Sahami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sahami treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sahami 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. Sahami. 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 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E876: Hypokalemia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
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:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic kidney disease
- Long-term kidney problems from diabetes
- Kidney failure from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1322: Other specified diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Sahami perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nima Sahami 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. Sahami's office.
Does Dr. Sahami accept my insurance?
Dr. Sahami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-8661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sahami accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sahami in Los Angeles, 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
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthSmart
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sahami's office located?
Dr. Nima Sahami's Primary Practice
8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 423-8661
What is Dr. Sahami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sahami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871029363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sahami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sahami
What is Dr. Nima Sahami's specialty?
Dr. Sahami is a Nephrologist near Los Angeles, 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. Sahami to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nima Sahami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sahami is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai 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 Nima Sahami accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nima Sahami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nima Sahami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sahami's office at (310) 423-8661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nima Sahami?
Please contact Dr. Sahami's office at (310) 423-8661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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