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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dhingra, Nephrologist in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Hemant Dhingra is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dhingra graduated from Agartala Government Medical College and completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Nephrology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dhingra is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhingra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhingra’s office at (559) 228-6600.
Where did Dr. Dhingra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Nephrology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll- Guru Nanak Dev Univ- Amritsar- Punjab- India | Agartala Government Medical College
Is Dr. Dhingra board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Hemant Dhingra is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dhingra speak?
Dr. Dhingra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dhingra typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Dhingra 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. Dhingra. 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
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
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:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dhingra typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Dhingra 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. Dhingra. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
- Dialysis Circuit Angiography
- Fistula/Graft Evaluation
- Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36901: 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;
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Angioplasty and Stenting
- Dialysis Fistula Repair
- Dialysis Graft Stenting
- Peripheral Dialysis Circuit Intervention
CPT Codes:
- 36903: 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 transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the stenting, and all angioplasty within the peripheral dialysis segment
Also known as:
- Arterial Catheter Placement
- Selective Artery Catheterization
- Thoracic Artery Catheter
- Brachiocephalic Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36215: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
- AV Fistula Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Does Dr. Dhingra accept my insurance?
Dr. Dhingra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 228-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dhingra accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Dhingra in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dhingra's office located?
Dr. Hemant Dhingra's Primary Practice
568 E Herndon Ave Ste 201
Fresno, CA 93720
(559) 228-6600
What is Dr. Dhingra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dhingra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487672192.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhingra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dhingra
What is Dr. Hemant Dhingra's specialty?
Dr. Dhingra is a Nephrologist near Fresno, 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. Hemant Dhingra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dhingra is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Hemant Dhingra accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hemant Dhingra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hemant Dhingra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dhingra's office at (559) 228-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hemant Dhingra?
Please contact Dr. Dhingra's office at (559) 228-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hemant Dhingra have?
Dr. Hemant Dhingra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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