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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prasad, Pediatric Nephrologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Malavika Prasad, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Prasad is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prasad’s office at (502) 588-4970.
What languages does Dr. Prasad speak?
Dr. Prasad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Prasad typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Prasad 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. Prasad. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Prasad typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Malavika Prasad may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prasad accept my insurance?
Dr. Prasad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 588-4970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prasad accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Prasad in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prasad's office located?
Dr. Malavika Prasad's Primary Practice
411 E Chestnut St
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 588-4970
What is Dr. Prasad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prasad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669735783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prasad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prasad
What is Dr. Malavika Prasad's specialty?
Dr. Prasad is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Louisville, KY.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Malavika Prasad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prasad is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Paducah 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
When to see a Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Malavika Prasad accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Malavika Prasad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malavika Prasad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office at (502) 588-4970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malavika Prasad?
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office at (502) 588-4970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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