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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kovvuru, Nephrologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Karthik Kovvuru, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kovvuru is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kovvuru’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovvuru’s office at (504) 842-3930.
What languages does Dr. Kovvuru speak?
Dr. Kovvuru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kovvuru treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kovvuru 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. Kovvuru. 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 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with 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
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
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:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Also known as:
- High Calcium
- Calcium
- Hypercalcemia
- Excess Calcium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8352: Hypercalcemia
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Which procedures does Dr. Kovvuru perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karthik Kovvuru 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. Kovvuru's office.
Does Dr. Kovvuru accept my insurance?
Dr. Kovvuru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kovvuru accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Kovvuru in New Orleans, LA 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)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kovvuru's office located?
Dr. Karthik Kovvuru's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3930
What is Dr. Kovvuru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kovvuru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639482821.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovvuru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kovvuru
What is Dr. Karthik Kovvuru's specialty?
Dr. Kovvuru is a Nephrologist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Kovvuru to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karthik Kovvuru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kovvuru is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Karthik Kovvuru accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Karthik Kovvuru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karthik Kovvuru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kovvuru's office at (504) 842-3930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karthik Kovvuru?
Please contact Dr. Kovvuru's office at (504) 842-3930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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