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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barathan, Nephrologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Shrinath Barathan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Barathan graduated from Vinnitsa National Pirogov Memorial Medical University and completed his residency at CORE/Metro-Health Medical Center Program. Dr. Barathan is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barathan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barathan’s office at (310) 652-9162.
Where did Dr. Barathan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: CORE/Metro-Health Medical Center Program
Medical School: Vinnica Medical University | Vinnitsa National Pirogov Memorial Medical University
What languages does Dr. Barathan speak?
Dr. Barathan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Barathan typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Barathan 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. Barathan. 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 3
- 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 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- 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. Barathan typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shrinath Barathan may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Barathan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Barathan accept my insurance?
Dr. Barathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 652-9162 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barathan accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Barathan 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barathan's office located?
Dr. Shrinath Barathan's Primary Practice
8635 W 3rd St Ste 485W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 652-9162
What is Dr. Barathan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710912068.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barathan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barathan
What is Dr. Shrinath Barathan's specialty?
Dr. Barathan is a Nephrologist near Los Angeles, 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. Shrinath Barathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barathan is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Shrinath Barathan accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shrinath Barathan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shrinath Barathan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barathan's office at (310) 652-9162 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shrinath Barathan?
Please contact Dr. Barathan's office at (310) 652-9162 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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