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Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan, MD

Nephrologist

Grand Rapids, MI

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Santhana Krishnan, Nephrologist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Santhana Krishnan graduated from Med College Thiruvananthapuram. Dr. Santhana Krishnan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santhana Krishnan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santhana Krishnan’s office at (616) 752-6235.

    Where did Dr. Santhana Krishnan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Med College Thiruvananthapuram | Agartala Government Medical College

    Is Dr. Santhana Krishnan board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Santhana Krishnan speak?

    Dr. Santhana Krishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Santhana Krishnan typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Santhana Krishnan 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. Santhana Krishnan. 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
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • 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 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    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
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Santhana Krishnan typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Santhana Krishnan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Santhana Krishnan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santhana Krishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 752-6235 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santhana Krishnan accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Santhana Krishnan in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Santhana Krishnan's office located?

    Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan's Primary Practice

    330 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 100

    Grand Rapids, MI 49506

    (616) 752-6235

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    What is Dr. Santhana Krishnan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Santhana Krishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902850316.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santhana Krishnan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santhana Krishnan

    What is Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan's specialty?

    Dr. Santhana Krishnan is a Nephrologist near Grand Rapids, MI.

    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 Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santhana Krishnan is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West, Holland Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock 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

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    Is Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santhana Krishnan's office at (616) 752-6235 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan?

    Please contact Dr. Santhana Krishnan's office at (616) 752-6235 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Santhana Krishnan's office located?

    Dr. Santhana Krishnan's office is located in Grand Rapids, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan have?

    Dr. Srivilliputtur Santhana Krishnan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.