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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vasanth, Nephrologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Payaswini Vasanth, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vasanth is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasanth’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasanth’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vasanth?
Dr. Payaswini Vasanth, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vasanth empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Kidney Disease, Diabetic Kidney Disease, Kidney Failure, Kidney Transplant Management, Transplant Medicine-Kidney, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta, GA community, Dr. Vasanth is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Vasanth speak?
Dr. Vasanth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vasanth typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Vasanth 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. Vasanth. 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:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunomodulator or Immunosuppressant Use
- Chronic immune system medication
- Long-term immune suppressants
- Immunomodulatory therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7960: Long term (current) use of unspecified immunomodulators and immunosuppressants
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vasanth typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Payaswini Vasanth may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Vasanth's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vasanth accept my insurance?
Dr. Vasanth 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. Vasanth accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Vasanth in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vasanth's office located?
What is Dr. Vasanth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vasanth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639494230.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasanth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vasanth
What is Dr. Payaswini Vasanth's specialty?
Dr. Vasanth is a Nephrologist near Atlanta, GA.
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. Payaswini Vasanth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vasanth is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory University 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Payaswini Vasanth accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Payaswini Vasanth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Payaswini Vasanth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vasanth's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Payaswini Vasanth?
Please contact Dr. Vasanth's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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