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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karakala, Nephrologist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Nithin Karakala, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Karakala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karakala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karakala’s office at (501) 364-1100.
Is Dr. Karakala board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Nithin Karakala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karakala speak?
Dr. Karakala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Karakala typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Karakala 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. Karakala. 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 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- 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)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- 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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Karakala typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nithin Karakala may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Karakala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karakala accept my insurance?
Dr. Karakala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 364-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karakala accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Karakala in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Arkansas Municipal League
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Karakala's office located?
Dr. Nithin Karakala's Primary Practice
1 Childrens Way Ste 653
Little Rock, AR 72202
(501) 364-1100
What is Dr. Karakala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karakala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639356827.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karakala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karakala
What is Dr. Nithin Karakala's specialty?
Dr. Karakala is a Nephrologist near Little Rock, AR.
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. Nithin Karakala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karakala is affiliated with Uams Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Nithin Karakala accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Nithin Karakala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nithin Karakala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karakala's office at (501) 364-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nithin Karakala?
Please contact Dr. Karakala's office at (501) 364-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nithin Karakala have?
Dr. Nithin Karakala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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