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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kathpalia, Nephrologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Paru Kathpalia, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kathpalia is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kathpalia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kathpalia’s office at (773) 508-0110.
Is Dr. Kathpalia board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Paru Kathpalia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kathpalia speak?
Dr. Kathpalia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Kathpalia typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kathpalia 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. Kathpalia. 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)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
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
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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. Kathpalia typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paru Kathpalia may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Kathpalia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kathpalia accept my insurance?
Dr. Kathpalia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 508-0110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kathpalia accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kathpalia in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Kathpalia's office located?
What is Dr. Kathpalia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kathpalia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689864787.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kathpalia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kathpalia
What is Dr. Paru Kathpalia's specialty?
Dr. Kathpalia is a Nephrologist near Chicago, IL.
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. Paru Kathpalia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kathpalia is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital 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 Paru Kathpalia accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Paru Kathpalia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paru Kathpalia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kathpalia's office at (773) 508-0110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paru Kathpalia?
Please contact Dr. Kathpalia's office at (773) 508-0110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paru Kathpalia have?
Dr. Paru Kathpalia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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