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Who is Dr. Venkatachalam, Nephrologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Thilagavathi Venkatachalam, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Venkatachalam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Venkatachalam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Venkatachalam’s office at (210) 358-7578.
What languages does Dr. Venkatachalam speak?
Dr. Venkatachalam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Venkatachalam treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Venkatachalam 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. Venkatachalam. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- 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
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Artery Hardening
- Atherosclerosis
- Renal Artery Stenosis
- Renal artery atherosclerosis
- Hardening of kidney arteries
- Renal artery disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I701: Atherosclerosis of renal artery
Also known as:
- Kidney Damage from Pain Relievers
- Drug Reactions
- Kidney Disease
- Pain Relievers
- Analgesic Nephropathy
- Painkiller Kidney Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N140: Analgesic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
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
Which procedures does Dr. Venkatachalam perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thilagavathi Venkatachalam 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. Venkatachalam's office.
Does Dr. Venkatachalam accept my insurance?
Dr. Venkatachalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-7578 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Venkatachalam accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Venkatachalam in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Venkatachalam's office located?
Dr. Thilagavathi Venkatachalam's Primary Practice
1801 NW 9th Ave
Miami, FL 33136
(210) 358-7578
What is Dr. Venkatachalam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Venkatachalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124213442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Venkatachalam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Venkatachalam
What is Dr. Thilagavathi Venkatachalam's specialty?
Dr. Venkatachalam is a Nephrologist near Miami, FL. 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. Venkatachalam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thilagavathi Venkatachalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Venkatachalam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jackson Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Thilagavathi Venkatachalam accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Thilagavathi Venkatachalam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thilagavathi Venkatachalam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office at (210) 358-7578 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thilagavathi Venkatachalam?
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office at (210) 358-7578 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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