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Who is Dr. Riella, Nephrologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cristian Riella, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Riella is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riella’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riella’s office at (617) 632-9880.
What languages does Dr. Riella speak?
Dr. Riella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Riella treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Riella 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. Riella. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- 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:
- 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:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Riella perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cristian Riella 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. Riella's office.
Does Dr. Riella accept my insurance?
Dr. Riella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-9880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riella accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Riella in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Other TPA
Point32Health
Tufts Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Riella's office located?
What is Dr. Riella's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730492042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riella
What is Dr. Cristian Riella's specialty?
Dr. Riella is a Nephrologist near Boston, MA. 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. Riella to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cristian Riella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riella is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Cristian Riella accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Cristian Riella is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristian Riella offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riella's office at (617) 632-9880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristian Riella?
Please contact Dr. Riella's office at (617) 632-9880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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