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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thakral, Hepatologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Nimish Thakral, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thakral is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thakral’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thakral’s office at (859) 323-0079.
What languages does Dr. Thakral speak?
Dr. Thakral and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Thakral typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Thakral 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. Thakral. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
Also known as:
- Long-term liver failure
- Liver Disease
- Chronic liver failure
- End-stage liver disease
- Progressive liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7210: Chronic hepatic failure without coma
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Thakral typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Thakral performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Thakral. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Thakral accept my insurance?
Dr. Thakral accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-0079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thakral accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Thakral in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thakral's office located?
What is Dr. Thakral's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thakral's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669969580.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thakral?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thakral
What is Dr. Nimish Thakral's specialty?
Dr. Thakral is a Hepatologist near Lexington, KY.
What does a Hepatologist do?
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.
Is this Dr. Nimish Thakral affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thakral is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Corbin, Pikeville Medical Center, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center 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 Nimish Thakral accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Nimish Thakral is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nimish Thakral offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thakral's office at (859) 323-0079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nimish Thakral?
Please contact Dr. Thakral's office at (859) 323-0079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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