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, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Mchedlishvili 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.
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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Paralysis or Weakness on Right Side After Stroke
- Brain Disease
- Paralysis
- Right-sided stroke paralysis
- Right hemiparesis after stroke
- Right hemiplegia after stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69951: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following unspecified cerebrovascular disease affecting right dominant side
Which procedures does Dr. Mchedlishvili perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili 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. Mchedlishvili's office.
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 Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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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
Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili's Practice 2
12660 Riverside Dr Ste 215
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 487-0040
What is Dr. Mchedlishvili's NPI number?An 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. 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. Mchedlishvili to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mchedlishvili is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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 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 Gela Mchedlishvili?
Please contact Dr. Mchedlishvili's office at (818) 487-0040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili have?
Dr. Gela Mchedlishvili is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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