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19 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Nayak, Nephrologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Vibha Nayak, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Nayak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nayak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nayak’s office.
What languages does Dr. Nayak speak?
Dr. Nayak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Nayak typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nayak 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. Nayak. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Nayak typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vibha Nayak may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Nayak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nayak accept my insurance?
Dr. Nayak 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. Nayak accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Nayak in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Nayak's office located?
What is Dr. Nayak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nayak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245443555.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nayak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nayak
What is Dr. Vibha Nayak's specialty?
Dr. Nayak is a Nephrologist near Louisville, KY.
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. Vibha Nayak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nayak is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital, Uofl Health - Uofl Hospital. 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vibha Nayak accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Vibha Nayak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vibha Nayak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nayak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vibha Nayak?
Please contact Dr. Nayak's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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