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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bernaba, Nephrologist in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Michael Bernaba is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bernaba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernaba’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernaba’s office at (480) 301-0881.
What languages does Dr. Bernaba speak?
Dr. Bernaba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bernaba typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bernaba 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. Bernaba. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bernaba typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Bernaba may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Bernaba's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bernaba accept my insurance?
Dr. Bernaba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 301-0881 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bernaba accept in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Bernaba in Richmond, 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
Central Health
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bernaba's office located?
What is Dr. Bernaba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bernaba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568952356.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernaba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bernaba
What is Dr. Michael Bernaba's specialty?
Dr. Bernaba is a Nephrologist near Richmond, 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. Michael Bernaba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bernaba is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Michael Bernaba accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Bernaba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Bernaba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bernaba's office at (480) 301-0881 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Bernaba?
Please contact Dr. Bernaba's office at (480) 301-0881 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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