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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Medikayala, Nephrologist in Goldsboro, NC?
Dr. Sushma Medikayala, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Goldsboro, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Medikayala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medikayala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medikayala’s office at (984) 215-5556.
What languages does Dr. Medikayala speak?
Dr. Medikayala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Medikayala treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Medikayala 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. Medikayala. 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 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Medikayala perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sushma Medikayala 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. Medikayala's office.
Does Dr. Medikayala accept my insurance?
Dr. Medikayala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (984) 215-5556 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Medikayala accept in Goldsboro, NC?
Dr. Medikayala in Goldsboro, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedImpact
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Medikayala's office located?
Dr. Sushma Medikayala's Primary Practice
2400 Wayne Memorial Dr Ste E
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(984) 215-5556
What is Dr. Medikayala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Medikayala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518227396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medikayala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Medikayala
What is Dr. Sushma Medikayala's specialty?
Dr. Medikayala is a Nephrologist near Goldsboro, 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. Medikayala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sushma Medikayala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Medikayala is affiliated with ECU Health Duplin Hospital, UNC Health Rex, WakeMed Raleigh 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
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Is Sushma Medikayala accepting new patients in Goldsboro, NC?
Yes, Dr. Sushma Medikayala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sushma Medikayala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Medikayala's office at (984) 215-5556 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sushma Medikayala?
Please contact Dr. Medikayala's office at (984) 215-5556 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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