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Who is Dr. Vahi, Nephrologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ritu Vahi is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vahi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vahi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vahi’s office.
What languages does Dr. Vahi speak?
Dr. Vahi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vahi treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Vahi 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. Vahi. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- 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)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Type 1 Diabetes Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1022: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Vahi perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ritu Vahi 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. Vahi's office.
Does Dr. Vahi accept my insurance?
Dr. Vahi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vahi accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Vahi 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
AllCare Health Plan
Apex Healthcare
Centene
City of Los Angeles
GlobalHealth
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Vahi's office located?
What is Dr. Vahi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vahi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215162193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vahi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vahi
What is Dr. Ritu Vahi's specialty?
Dr. Vahi 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. Vahi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ritu Vahi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vahi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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 Ritu Vahi accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Vahi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritu Vahi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vahi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritu Vahi?
Please contact Dr. Vahi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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