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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velia, Nephrologist in Purchase, NY?
Dr. Shkendie Velia, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Purchase, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velia is fluent in English and Albanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velia’s office at (845) 454-1399.
What languages does Dr. Velia speak?
Dr. Velia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Velia typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Velia 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. Velia. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Velia typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shkendie Velia may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Velia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velia accept my insurance?
Dr. Velia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 454-1399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velia accept in Purchase, NY?
Dr. Velia in Purchase, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velia's office located?
Dr. Shkendie Velia's Primary Practice
3030 Westchester Ave
Purchase, NY 10577
(845) 454-1399
What is Dr. Velia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104138932.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velia
What is Dr. Shkendie Velia's specialty?
Dr. Velia is a Nephrologist near Purchase, NY.
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. Shkendie Velia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velia is affiliated with White Plains Hospital, Greenwich Hospital, Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shkendie Velia accepting new patients in Purchase, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shkendie Velia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shkendie Velia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velia's office at (845) 454-1399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shkendie Velia?
Please contact Dr. Velia's office at (845) 454-1399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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