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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aparna, Nephrologist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Fnu Aparna, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Aparna is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aparna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aparna’s office at (706) 322-1486.
What languages does Dr. Aparna speak?
Dr. Aparna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Aparna typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Aparna 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. Aparna. 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, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Aparna typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Fnu Aparna may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Aparna's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Aparna accept my insurance?
Dr. Aparna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 322-1486 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aparna accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Aparna in Columbus, GA 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aparna's office located?
Dr. Fnu Aparna's Primary Practice
6228 Bradley Park Dr Ste A
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 322-1486
What is Dr. Aparna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aparna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851776207.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aparna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aparna
What is Dr. Fnu Aparna's specialty?
Dr. Aparna is a Nephrologist near Columbus, GA.
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. Fnu Aparna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aparna is affiliated with St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus 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 Fnu Aparna accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Fnu Aparna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fnu Aparna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aparna's office at (706) 322-1486 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fnu Aparna?
Please contact Dr. Aparna's office at (706) 322-1486 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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