Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hongalgi, Nephrologist in Malta, NY?
Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Malta, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hongalgi is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hongalgi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hongalgi’s office at (518) 262-5176.
Is Dr. Hongalgi board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hongalgi speak?
Dr. Hongalgi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Hongalgi typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Hongalgi 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. Hongalgi. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
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
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or 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:
- 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. Hongalgi typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Hongalgi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hongalgi accept my insurance?
Dr. Hongalgi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-5176 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hongalgi accept in Malta, NY?
Dr. Hongalgi in Malta, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hongalgi's office located?
Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi's Primary Practice
6 Medical Park Dr Ste 203
Malta, NY 12020
(518) 262-5176
What is Dr. Hongalgi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hongalgi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962603225.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hongalgi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hongalgi
What is Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi's specialty?
Dr. Hongalgi is a Nephrologist near Malta, NY.
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. Krishnakumar Hongalgi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hongalgi is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Westchester 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 Krishnakumar Hongalgi accepting new patients in Malta, NY?
Yes, Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hongalgi's office at (518) 262-5176 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krishnakumar Hongalgi?
Please contact Dr. Hongalgi's office at (518) 262-5176 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi have?
Dr. Krishnakumar Hongalgi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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