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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhandari, Nephrologist in Tulsa, OK?
Dr. Kusum Bhandari, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhandari graduated from Sawai Man Singh Med College and completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Nephrology; Austin Med Educ Prog-Seton Hlt, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bhandari is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhandari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhandari’s office.
Where did Dr. Bhandari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Nephrology; Austin Med Educ Prog-Seton Hlt, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: S M S Med Coll- Univ Of Rajasthan- Jaipur- Rajasthan- India | Sawai Man Singh Med College Rajasthan University Jaipur Rajasthan India | Sawai Man Singh Med College
Is Dr. Bhandari board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Kusum Bhandari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhandari speak?
Dr. Bhandari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bhandari typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bhandari 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. Bhandari. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bhandari typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bhandari performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bhandari. 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.
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Replacement
- Tunneled Catheter Exchange
- Central Line Replacement
- IV Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Does Dr. Bhandari accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhandari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhandari accept in Tulsa, OK?
Dr. Bhandari in Tulsa, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bhandari's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Bhandari affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bhandari has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ascension St. John Medical Center,Tulsa, OK
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Ascension St. John Medical Center,Tulsa, OK
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Cherokee Nation W. W. Hastings Hospital,Tahlequah, OK
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Cherokee Nation W. W. Hastings Hospital,Tahlequah, OK
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Hillcrest Hospital South,Tulsa, OKRanked C-section surgery
Hillcrest Hospital South,Tulsa, OK
Ranked C-section surgery
Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa,Tulsa, OKRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa,Tulsa, OK
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Mcalester Regional Health Center,McAlester, OKRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Mcalester Regional Health Center,McAlester, OK
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Cleveland Area Hospital,Cleveland, OK
Cleveland Area Hospital,Cleveland, OK
What is Dr. Bhandari's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhandari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700952884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhandari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhandari
What is Dr. Kusum Bhandari's specialty?
Dr. Bhandari is a Nephrologist near Tulsa, OK.
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 Dr. Kusum Bhandari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhandari is affiliated with Ascension St. John Medical Center, Cherokee Nation W. W. Hastings Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital South, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa, Mcalester Regional Health 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
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Is Dr. Kusum Bhandari accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?
Yes, Dr. Kusum Bhandari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kusum Bhandari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhandari's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kusum Bhandari?
Please contact Dr. Bhandari's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Bhandari's office located?
Dr. Bhandari's offices are located in Tulsa, OK, Muskogee, OK, and Stilwell, OK.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kusum Bhandari have?
Dr. Kusum Bhandari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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