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Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili, MD

Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili, MD

Burbank, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mchedlishvili, Nephrologist in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Mchedlishvili graduated from Tbilisi State Medical University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Allegheny University Hospital Mc Penn. Dr. Mchedlishvili is fluent in English, Georgian, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mchedlishvili’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mchedlishvili’s office at (818) 487-0040.

    Where did Dr. Mchedlishvili go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Allegheny University Hospital Mc Penn

    • Medical School: Tbilisi State Med University | Tbilisi State Medical University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mchedlishvili board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mchedlishvili speak?

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

    • English
    • Georgian
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Mchedlishvili typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Mchedlishvili 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. Mchedlishvili. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N186: End stage renal disease

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Obstruction or Reflux
    • Bladder Disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Uropathy
    • Urinary Tract Blockage
    • Urine Backflow Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N139: Obstructive and reflux uropathy, unspecified

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Mchedlishvili typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mchedlishvili's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mchedlishvili accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mchedlishvili accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 487-0040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mchedlishvili accept in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Mchedlishvili in Burbank, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other PACE

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mchedlishvili's office located?

    Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili's Primary Practice

    501 S Buena Vista St

    Burbank, CA 91505

    (818) 487-0040

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    Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili's Practice 2

    12660 Riverside Dr Ste 215

    North Hollywood, CA 91607

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

    Dr. Mchedlishvili's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942418017.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mchedlishvili?

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

    What is Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili's specialty?

    Dr. Mchedlishvili is a Nephrologist near Burbank, CA.

    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 Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mchedlishvili is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross 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

    When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mchedlishvili's office at (818) 487-0040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili?

    Please contact Dr. Mchedlishvili's office at (818) 487-0040 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mchedlishvili's office located?

    Dr. Mchedlishvili's offices are located in Burbank, CA and North Hollywood, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili have?

    Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.