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Who is Dr. Amara, Nephrologist in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Venkat Amara, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Amara is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amara’s office at (954) 966-3018.
What languages does Dr. Amara speak?
Dr. Amara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Amara treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Amara 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. Amara. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- 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)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- High Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
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:
- Acute Metabolic Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Sudden Acidosis
- Metabolic Acid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Amara perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Venkat Amara 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. Amara's office.
Does Dr. Amara accept my insurance?
Dr. Amara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 966-3018 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amara accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Amara in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Amara's office located?
Dr. Venkat Amara's Primary Practice
3854 Sheridan St Ste A
Hollywood, FL 33021
(954) 966-3018
What is Dr. Amara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972808483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amara
What is Dr. Venkat Amara's specialty?
Dr. Amara is a Nephrologist near Hollywood, FL. 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. Amara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Venkat Amara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amara is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Regional 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
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Is Venkat Amara accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?
Yes, Dr. Venkat Amara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkat Amara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amara's office at (954) 966-3018 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkat Amara?
Please contact Dr. Amara's office at (954) 966-3018 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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