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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lakhera, Nephrologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Yogita Lakhera, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lakhera is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakhera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakhera’s office at (858) 558-8150.
What languages does Dr. Lakhera speak?
Dr. Lakhera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lakhera typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lakhera 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. Lakhera. 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 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic 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
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lakhera typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Yogita Lakhera may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Lakhera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lakhera accept my insurance?
Dr. Lakhera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 558-8150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lakhera accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Lakhera in La Jolla, 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
Community Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lakhera's office located?
Dr. Yogita Lakhera's Primary Practice
9834 Genesee Ave Ste 312
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 558-8150
What is Dr. Lakhera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakhera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083972483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakhera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakhera
What is Dr. Yogita Lakhera's specialty?
Dr. Lakhera is a Nephrologist near La Jolla, 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. Yogita Lakhera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lakhera is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Yogita Lakhera accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yogita Lakhera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yogita Lakhera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lakhera's office at (858) 558-8150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yogita Lakhera?
Please contact Dr. Lakhera's office at (858) 558-8150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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