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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ganji, Nephrologist in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Sumitha Ganji, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA. She is board certified. Dr. Ganji is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ganji’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ganji’s office at (985) 646-0360.
What languages does Dr. Ganji speak?
Dr. Ganji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ganji treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ganji 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. Ganji. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal Kidney Function Test
- Kidney Disease
- Irregular Kidney Function Study
- Unusual Kidney Exam
- Kidney Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R944: Abnormal results of kidney function studies
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lost kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
- Missing kidney
- Kidney removal
- Nephrectomy (history of)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z905: Acquired absence of kidney
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shrunken Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Atrophy
- Terminal Kidney Atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- N261: Atrophy of kidney (terminal)
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Ganji perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sumitha Ganji may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ganji's office.
Does Dr. Ganji accept my insurance?
Dr. Ganji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 646-0360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ganji accept in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Ganji in Slidell, LA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ganji's office located?
What is Dr. Ganji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ganji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215252853.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ganji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ganji
What is Dr. Sumitha Ganji's specialty?
Dr. Ganji is a Nephrologist near Slidell, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Ganji to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sumitha Ganji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ganji is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, St. Tammany Parish 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
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Is Sumitha Ganji accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sumitha Ganji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sumitha Ganji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ganji's office at (985) 646-0360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sumitha Ganji?
Please contact Dr. Ganji's office at (985) 646-0360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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