Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Nephrologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Khaja Ahmed, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (310) 370-4660.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Prince Georges Hospital | Prince George's Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Osmania University | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Khaja Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Khaja Ahmed may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 370-4660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Ahmed in Torrance, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Khaja Ahmed's Primary Practice
20911 Earl St Ste 180
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 370-4660
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033137633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Khaja Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Nephrologist near Torrance, 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. Khaja Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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
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Is Khaja Ahmed accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Khaja Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khaja Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (310) 370-4660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khaja Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (310) 370-4660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Khaja Ahmed have?
Dr. Khaja Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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