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Dr. Ramya Malchira, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Malchira, Nephrologist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Ramya Malchira, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Malchira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malchira’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malchira’s office at (661) 753-5464.

    What languages does Dr. Malchira speak?

    Dr. Malchira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Malchira typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Malchira 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. Malchira. 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 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Malchira typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ramya Malchira may include:

    Please contact Dr. Malchira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Malchira accept my insurance?

    Dr. Malchira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 753-5464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Malchira accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Malchira in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Malchira's office located?

    Dr. Ramya Malchira's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (661) 753-5464

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    Dr. Ramya Malchira's Practice 2

    19950 Rinaldi St

    Porter Ranch, CA 91326

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    Dr. Ramya Malchira's Practice 3

    100 Medical Plz Suite 310

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    What is Dr. Malchira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Malchira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275810921.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malchira?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malchira

    What is Dr. Ramya Malchira's specialty?

    Dr. Malchira is a Nephrologist near Santa Monica, CA.

    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. Ramya Malchira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Malchira is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center 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 Ramya Malchira accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ramya Malchira is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ramya Malchira offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Malchira's office at (661) 753-5464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ramya Malchira?

    Please contact Dr. Malchira's office at (661) 753-5464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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