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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernando, Nephrologist in Neptune, NJ?
Dr. Keshani Fernando, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Neptune, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Fernando graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Fernando is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernando’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernando’s office at (732) 836-3200.
Where did Dr. Fernando go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rutgers | University College of Medicine & Dentistry Lahore
Is Dr. Fernando board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Keshani Fernando, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fernando speak?
Dr. Fernando and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Fernando typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Fernando 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. Fernando. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Fernando typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Keshani Fernando may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Fernando's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fernando accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernando accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 836-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernando accept in Neptune, NJ?
Dr. Fernando in Neptune, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fernando's office located?
Dr. Keshani Fernando's Primary Practice
1944 State Route 33 Ste 203
Neptune, NJ 07753
(732) 836-3200
What is Dr. Fernando's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376557546.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernando?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernando
What is Dr. Keshani Fernando's specialty?
Dr. Fernando is a Nephrologist near Neptune, NJ.
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. Keshani Fernando affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernando is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center, Community Medical Center - Toms River, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Main 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 Keshani Fernando accepting new patients in Neptune, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Keshani Fernando is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keshani Fernando offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernando's office at (732) 836-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keshani Fernando?
Please contact Dr. Fernando's office at (732) 836-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Keshani Fernando have?
Dr. Keshani Fernando is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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