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Dr. Santosh Nagaraju

Transplant Surgeon

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nagaraju, Transplant Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Santosh Nagaraju is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. Dr. Nagaraju is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nagaraju’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nagaraju’s office at (843) 792-1414.

    What languages does Dr. Nagaraju speak?

    Dr. Nagaraju and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Kannada
    • Marathi

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Nagaraju typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Nagaraju 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. Nagaraju. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    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:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Nagaraju typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Nagaraju 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. Nagaraju. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
    • Laparoscopic Catheter Revision
    • Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
    • Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
    • Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
    • Keyhole Catheter Adjustment
    • Peritoneal Catheter Revision
    • Laparoscopic Cannula Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
    • 49325: Laparoscopy, surgical; with revision of previously placed intraperitoneal cannula or catheter, with removal of intraluminal obstructive material if performed

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Abdominal Catheter
    • Intraperitoneal catheter removal
    • Tunneled catheter extraction
    • Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
    • Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
    • Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
    • Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple

    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:

    • Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
    • Renal Allotransplantation
    • Kidney Graft Implantation
    • New Kidney Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy

    Does Dr. Nagaraju accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nagaraju accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nagaraju accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Nagaraju in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nagaraju's office located?

    Dr. Santosh Nagaraju's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    What is Dr. Nagaraju's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nagaraju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497168595.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nagaraju?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nagaraju

    What is Dr. Santosh Nagaraju's specialty?

    Dr. Nagaraju is a Transplant Surgeon near Charleston, SC.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is Dr. Santosh Nagaraju affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nagaraju is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Camc General Hospital, Musc Health Lancaster 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 Dr. Santosh Nagaraju accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Santosh Nagaraju is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Santosh Nagaraju offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nagaraju's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Santosh Nagaraju?

    Please contact Dr. Nagaraju's office at (843) 792-1414 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nagaraju's office located?

    Dr. Nagaraju's office is located in Charleston, SC.