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Who is Dr. Sardesai, Pediatric Nephrologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tara Sardesai, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sardesai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sardesai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sardesai’s office at (323) 361-2102.
What languages does Dr. Sardesai speak?
Dr. Sardesai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sardesai treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Sardesai 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. Sardesai. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Single Kidney at Birth
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
- Unilateral renal agenesis
- Congenital absence of one kidney
- Solitary kidney
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q600: Renal agenesis, unilateral
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
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:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Also known as:
- Kidney Dysplasia
- Kidney Cysts
- Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney
- Renal Dysplasia
- Abnormal Kidney Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q614: Renal dysplasia
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Which procedures does Dr. Sardesai perform as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tara Sardesai 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. Sardesai's office.
Does Dr. Sardesai accept my insurance?
Dr. Sardesai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2102 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sardesai accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sardesai in Los Angeles, 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
Altamed Health Services
Apex Healthcare
Centene
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
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Where is Dr. Sardesai's office located?
Dr. Tara Sardesai's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-2102
What is Dr. Sardesai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sardesai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760986475.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sardesai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sardesai
What is Dr. Tara Sardesai's specialty?
Dr. Sardesai is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Los Angeles, CA. A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy. Contact Dr. Sardesai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tara Sardesai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sardesai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Tara Sardesai accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tara Sardesai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Sardesai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sardesai's office at (323) 361-2102 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Sardesai?
Please contact Dr. Sardesai's office at (323) 361-2102 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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