41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhupalam, Nephrologist in Ashland, WI?
Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Ashland, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhupalam graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Allegheny Gen Hosp, Nephrology; Mi State Univ Coll Human Med, Internal Medicine; Aultman Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Bhupalam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhupalam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhupalam’s office at (218) 786-8364.
Where did Dr. Bhupalam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Gen Hosp, Nephrology; Mi State Univ Coll Human Med, Internal Medicine; Aultman Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program
Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India | Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Bhupalam board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhupalam speak?
Dr. Bhupalam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bhupalam typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bhupalam 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. Bhupalam. 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 Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vasculitis
- Blood Vessel Inflammation
- ANCA Vasculitis
- Angiitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bhupalam typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Bhupalam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bhupalam accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhupalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 786-8364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhupalam accept in Ashland, WI?
Dr. Bhupalam in Ashland, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
IMCare
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhupalam's office located?
Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam's Primary Practice
1615 Maple Ln Ste 1
Ashland, WI 54806
(218) 786-8364
What is Dr. Bhupalam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhupalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124078332.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhupalam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhupalam
What is Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam's specialty?
Dr. Bhupalam is a Nephrologist near Ashland, WI.
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. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhupalam is affiliated with Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton 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 Shyam Sundar Bhupalam accepting new patients in Ashland, WI?
Yes, Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhupalam's office at (218) 786-8364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shyam Sundar Bhupalam?
Please contact Dr. Bhupalam's office at (218) 786-8364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam have?
Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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