GA
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alreja, Internist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Gaurav Alreja, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Alreja graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at Trinitas Hospital. Dr. Alreja is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alreja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alreja’s office.
Where did Dr. Alreja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Trinitas Hospital
Medical School: Kasturba Med College Of Manipal | Kasturba Med College Manipal University | East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine | Kasturba Medical College Mangalore
Is Dr. Alreja board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gaurav Alreja, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alreja speak?
Dr. Alreja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Alreja typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Alreja 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. Alreja. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic 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
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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 an Internist like Dr. Alreja typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gaurav Alreja may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Alreja's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alreja accept my insurance?
Dr. Alreja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alreja accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Alreja in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Alreja's office located?
What is Dr. Alreja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alreja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639346380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alreja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alreja
What is Dr. Gaurav Alreja's specialty?
Dr. Alreja is a Internist near Merrillville, IN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Gaurav Alreja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alreja is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center - Hobart, In, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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 Gaurav Alreja accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Gaurav Alreja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gaurav Alreja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alreja's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gaurav Alreja?
Please contact Dr. Alreja's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gaurav Alreja have?
Dr. Gaurav Alreja is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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