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Who is Dr. Kochar, Nephrologist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Guneet Kochar, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kochar is fluent in English, French, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kochar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kochar’s office at (704) 348-2992.
What languages does Dr. Kochar speak?
Dr. Kochar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Kochar treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kochar 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. Kochar. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, 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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Magnesium Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hypomagnesemia
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Magnesium Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8342: Hypomagnesemia
Which procedures does Dr. Kochar perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Guneet Kochar 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. Kochar's office.
Does Dr. Kochar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kochar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 348-2992 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kochar accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Kochar in Charlotte, NC 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 North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kochar's office located?
Dr. Guneet Kochar's Primary Practice
1025 Morehead Medical Dr Ste 275A
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 348-2992
What is Dr. Kochar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kochar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417376906.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kochar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kochar
What is Dr. Guneet Kochar's specialty?
Dr. Kochar is a Nephrologist near Charlotte, NC. 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. Kochar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Guneet Kochar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kochar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Guneet Kochar accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Guneet Kochar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Guneet Kochar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kochar's office at (704) 348-2992 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Guneet Kochar?
Please contact Dr. Kochar's office at (704) 348-2992 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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