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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akula, Nephrologist in Spring, TX?
Dr. Yougandhar Akula is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Spring, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Akula is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akula’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akula’s office.
What languages does Dr. Akula speak?
Dr. Akula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Akula treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Akula 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. Akula. 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
- 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
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Akula perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yougandhar Akula 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. Akula's office.
Does Dr. Akula accept my insurance?
Dr. Akula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akula accept in Spring, TX?
Dr. Akula in Spring, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akula's office located?
Dr. Yougandhar Akula's Practice 3
2400 FM 1488 Rd Ste 400
Conroe, TX 77384
(832) 410-8389
What is Dr. Akula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821243171.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akula
What is Dr. Yougandhar Akula's specialty?
Dr. Akula is a Nephrologist near Spring, TX. 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. Akula to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yougandhar Akula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akula is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood 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 Yougandhar Akula accepting new patients in Spring, TX?
Yes, Dr. Yougandhar Akula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yougandhar Akula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yougandhar Akula?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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