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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Verma, Nephrologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Vikram Verma, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Verma graduated from Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College. Dr. Verma is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Verma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Verma’s office.
Where did Dr. Verma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College
What languages does Dr. Verma speak?
Dr. Verma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Verma typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Verma 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. Verma. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- 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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Verma typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Verma 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. Verma. 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:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Does Dr. Verma accept my insurance?
Dr. Verma 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. Verma accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Verma in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Verma's office located?
What is Dr. Verma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Verma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194983189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Verma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Verma
What is Dr. Vikram Verma's specialty?
Dr. Verma is a Nephrologist near Allentown, PA.
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. Vikram Verma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Verma is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke's Grand View Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus 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 Vikram Verma accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Vikram Verma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikram Verma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Verma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikram Verma?
Please contact Dr. Verma's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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