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Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun, MD

Whittier, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vidhun, Nephrologist in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vidhun graduated from Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute and completed his residency at University of Southern California - LAC+USC Medical Center. Dr. Vidhun is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vidhun’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vidhun’s office at (562) 698-8141.

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

    • Residency: University of Southern California - LAC+USC Medical Center

    • Medical School: Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute

    Is Dr. Vidhun board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vidhun speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vidhun typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Vidhun 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. Vidhun. 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 from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • 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
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    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

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vidhun typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Vidhun 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. Vidhun. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Vidhun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vidhun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 698-8141 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vidhun accept in Whittier, CA?

    Dr. Vidhun in Whittier, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Bright Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vidhun's office located?

    Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun's Primary Practice

    12462 Putnam St Ste 506

    Whittier, CA 90602

    (562) 698-8141

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    Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun's Practice 2

    1770 W La Habra Blvd

    La Habra, CA 90631

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

    Dr. Vidhun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275685638.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vidhun?

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

    What is Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun's specialty?

    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. Jayakumar Vidhun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vidhun is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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

    When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vidhun's office at (562) 698-8141 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun?

    Please contact Dr. Vidhun's office at (562) 698-8141 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vidhun's office located?

    Dr. Vidhun's offices are located in Whittier, CA and La Habra, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun have?

    Dr. Jayakumar Vidhun is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.