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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carias Zuniga, Nephrologist in Hayward, CA?
Dr. Sandra Carias Zuniga, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Hayward, CA. Dr. Carias Zuniga is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carias Zuniga’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carias Zuniga’s office at (704) 487-9766.
What languages does Dr. Carias Zuniga speak?
Dr. Carias Zuniga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Carias Zuniga typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Carias Zuniga 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. Carias Zuniga. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- 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 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- 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
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Carias Zuniga typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Carias Zuniga may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Carias Zuniga's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carias Zuniga accept my insurance?
Dr. Carias Zuniga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 487-9766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carias Zuniga accept in Hayward, CA?
Dr. Carias Zuniga in Hayward, 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
Imperial Health Holdings
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Carias Zuniga's office located?
Dr. Sandra Carias Zuniga's Primary Practice
27303 Sleepy Hollow Ave S
Hayward, CA 94545
(704) 487-9766
What is Dr. Carias Zuniga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carias Zuniga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114378940.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carias Zuniga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carias Zuniga
What is Dr. Sandra Carias Zuniga's specialty?
Dr. Carias Zuniga is a Nephrologist near Hayward, 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. Sandra Carias Zuniga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carias Zuniga is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sandra Carias Zuniga accepting new patients in Hayward, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Carias Zuniga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Carias Zuniga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carias Zuniga's office at (704) 487-9766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Carias Zuniga?
Please contact Dr. Carias Zuniga's office at (704) 487-9766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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