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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buddharaju, Nephrologist in Crystal Lake, IL?
Dr. Venkata Buddharaju, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Crystal Lake, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Buddharaju is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buddharaju’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buddharaju’s office at (224) 238-3211.
What languages does Dr. Buddharaju speak?
Dr. Buddharaju and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Buddharaju treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Buddharaju 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. Buddharaju. 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, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Venous Thrombosis
- Blood Clot in Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- I824Y9: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of unspecified proximal lower extremity
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Buddharaju perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Venkata Buddharaju 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. Buddharaju's office.
Does Dr. Buddharaju accept my insurance?
Dr. Buddharaju accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (224) 238-3211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buddharaju accept in Crystal Lake, IL?
Dr. Buddharaju in Crystal Lake, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Buddharaju's office located?
Dr. Venkata Buddharaju's Primary Practice
442 N Il Route 31
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
(224) 238-3211
What is Dr. Buddharaju's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buddharaju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508145327.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buddharaju?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buddharaju
What is Dr. Venkata Buddharaju's specialty?
Dr. Buddharaju is a Nephrologist near Crystal Lake, IL. 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. Buddharaju to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Venkata Buddharaju affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buddharaju is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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 Venkata Buddharaju accepting new patients in Crystal Lake, IL?
Yes, Dr. Venkata Buddharaju is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkata Buddharaju offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buddharaju's office at (224) 238-3211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkata Buddharaju?
Please contact Dr. Buddharaju's office at (224) 238-3211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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