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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghata, Nephrologist in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Joseph Ghata, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ghata is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghata’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghata’s office at (405) 272-8367.
What languages does Dr. Ghata speak?
Dr. Ghata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ghata treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ghata 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. Ghata. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- 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
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Ghata perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Ghata may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghata's office.
Does Dr. Ghata accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 272-8367 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghata accept in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Ghata in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
GlobalHealth
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghata's office located?
Dr. Joseph Ghata's Primary Practice
608 NW 9th St Ste 4106
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
(405) 272-8367
What is Dr. Ghata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215258017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghata?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghata
What is Dr. Joseph Ghata's specialty?
Dr. Ghata is a Nephrologist near Oklahoma City, OK. 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. Contact Dr. Ghata to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Ghata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghata is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joseph Ghata accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Ghata is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Ghata offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghata's office at (405) 272-8367 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Ghata?
Please contact Dr. Ghata's office at (405) 272-8367 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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