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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramakrishnan, Nephrologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ramya Ramakrishnan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramakrishnan graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University. Dr. Ramakrishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramakrishnan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramakrishnan’s office at (718) 745-3079.
Where did Dr. Ramakrishnan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
What languages does Dr. Ramakrishnan speak?
Dr. Ramakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ramakrishnan treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ramakrishnan 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. Ramakrishnan. 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 Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with 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
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Failure
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal Transplant Failure
- Failed Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Graft Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8612: Kidney transplant failure
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 Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Ramakrishnan perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ramya Ramakrishnan 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. Ramakrishnan's office.
Does Dr. Ramakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 745-3079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramakrishnan accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ramakrishnan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elderplan
Healthfirst
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Ramakrishnan's office located?
What is Dr. Ramakrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235183666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramakrishnan
What is Dr. Ramya Ramakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Ramakrishnan is a Nephrologist near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Ramakrishnan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ramya Ramakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramakrishnan is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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
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Is Ramya Ramakrishnan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ramya Ramakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramya Ramakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishnan's office at (718) 745-3079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramya Ramakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishnan's office at (718) 745-3079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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