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Who is Dr. Sharma, Nephrologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Neeraj Sharma, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (323) 442-5100.
What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?
Dr. Sharma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sharma treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:
- 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
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
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
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
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:
- Long-term Immunomodulator or Immunosuppressant Use
- Chronic immune system medication
- Long-term immune suppressants
- Immunomodulatory therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7960: Long term (current) use of unspecified immunomodulators and immunosuppressants
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
Which procedures does Dr. Sharma perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Neeraj Sharma 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. Sharma's office.
Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sharma 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Kern Health Systems
Medicaid
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?
Dr. Neeraj Sharma's Primary Practice
1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-5100
What is Dr. Sharma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316294341.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharma
What is Dr. Neeraj Sharma's specialty?
Dr. Sharma is a Nephrologist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Sharma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Neeraj Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Los Angeles General 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
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Is Neeraj Sharma accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Neeraj Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neeraj Sharma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (323) 442-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neeraj Sharma?
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (323) 442-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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