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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vahi, Nephrologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ritu Vahi is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vahi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vahi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, 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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Vahi typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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
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)
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vahi typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ritu Vahi may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Vahi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Not Specified
State of California
Unknown
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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.
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 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, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital 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 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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