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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riar, Pediatric Nephrologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Sandeep Riar, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Riar graduated from Christian Medical College. Dr. Riar is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riar’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riar’s office.
Where did Dr. Riar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Christian Medical College
What languages does Dr. Riar speak?
Dr. Riar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Riar treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Riar 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. Riar. 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:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- History of Other Urinary System Disease
- Bladder Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Past bladder problems
- Previous kidney conditions
- History of urinary tract issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87448: Personal history of other diseases of urinary system
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Other Secondary High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- Other Secondary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure from Other Causes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I158: Other secondary hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Riar perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Riar 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. Riar. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Riar accept my insurance?
Dr. Riar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riar accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Riar in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Riar's office located?
What is Dr. Riar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992949382.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riar
What is Dr. Sandeep Riar's specialty?
Dr. Riar is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Atlanta, GA. A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy. Contact Dr. Riar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sandeep Riar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riar is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Nephrologist?
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Is Sandeep Riar accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Sandeep Riar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandeep Riar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandeep Riar?
Please contact Dr. Riar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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