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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Amara is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Amara typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- 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
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
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Amara typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Venkat Amara may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Amara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Venkat Amara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amara is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Boca Raton 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
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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