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Who is Dr. Sivagnanam, Nephrologist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Milani Sivagnanam, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sivagnanam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivagnanam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivagnanam’s office at (805) 681-7500.
What languages does Dr. Sivagnanam speak?
Dr. Sivagnanam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sivagnanam typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sivagnanam 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. Sivagnanam. 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 Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sivagnanam typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Milani Sivagnanam may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Sivagnanam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sivagnanam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivagnanam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 681-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sivagnanam accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Sivagnanam in Santa Barbara, 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
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sivagnanam's office located?
Dr. Milani Sivagnanam's Primary Practice
215 Pesetas Ln
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 681-7500
What is Dr. Sivagnanam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivagnanam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174937106.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivagnanam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivagnanam
What is Dr. Milani Sivagnanam's specialty?
Dr. Sivagnanam is a Nephrologist near Santa Barbara, 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. Milani Sivagnanam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sivagnanam is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Milani Sivagnanam accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Milani Sivagnanam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Milani Sivagnanam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sivagnanam's office at (805) 681-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Milani Sivagnanam?
Please contact Dr. Sivagnanam's office at (805) 681-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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