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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shankaranarayanan, Nephrologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Divya Shankaranarayanan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Shankaranarayanan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shankaranarayanan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shankaranarayanan’s office at (202) 741-3333.
What languages does Dr. Shankaranarayanan speak?
Dr. Shankaranarayanan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shankaranarayanan typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shankaranarayanan 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. Shankaranarayanan. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shankaranarayanan typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shankaranarayanan 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. Shankaranarayanan. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Does Dr. Shankaranarayanan accept my insurance?
Dr. Shankaranarayanan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shankaranarayanan accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shankaranarayanan in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shankaranarayanan's office located?
Dr. Divya Shankaranarayanan's Primary Practice
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 741-3333
What is Dr. Shankaranarayanan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shankaranarayanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740691054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shankaranarayanan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shankaranarayanan
What is Dr. Divya Shankaranarayanan's specialty?
Dr. Shankaranarayanan is a Nephrologist near Washington, DC.
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. Divya Shankaranarayanan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shankaranarayanan is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital 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
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Is Divya Shankaranarayanan accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Divya Shankaranarayanan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Divya Shankaranarayanan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shankaranarayanan's office at (202) 741-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Divya Shankaranarayanan?
Please contact Dr. Shankaranarayanan's office at (202) 741-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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