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Who is Dr. Bhela, Nephrologist in Antioch, CA?
Dr. Serena Bhela, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Antioch, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bhela is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhela’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. Bhela’s office at (707) 253-7005.
What languages does Dr. Bhela speak?
Dr. Bhela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bhela treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bhela 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. Bhela. 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 Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Inflammation
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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
- Glomerular Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Glomerulonephritis
- Long-term Kidney Inflammation
- Chronic Nephritis
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N032: Chronic nephritic syndrome with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritis
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with 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 Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
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
Which procedures does Dr. Bhela perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Serena Bhela 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. Bhela's office.
Does Dr. Bhela accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 253-7005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhela accept in Antioch, CA?
Dr. Bhela in Antioch, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bhela's office located?
Dr. Serena Bhela's Primary Practice
2370 Country Hills Dr Ste 101
Antioch, CA 94509
(707) 253-7005
What is Dr. Bhela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275873812.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhela
What is Dr. Serena Bhela's specialty?
Dr. Bhela is a Nephrologist near Antioch, 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. Bhela to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Serena Bhela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhela is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Sutter Delta 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 Serena Bhela accepting new patients in Antioch, CA?
Yes, Dr. Serena Bhela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Serena Bhela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhela's office at (707) 253-7005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Serena Bhela?
Please contact Dr. Bhela's office at (707) 253-7005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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