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Dr. Leilani Kaanehe, MD

Honolulu, HI

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kaanehe, Nephrologist in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Leilani Kaanehe, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Kaanehe is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaanehe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaanehe’s office at (808) 523-0445.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kaanehe?

    Dr. Leilani Kaanehe, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kaanehe empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Failure-Acute, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu/HI community, Dr. Kaanehe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Kaanehe speak?

    Dr. Kaanehe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Kaanehe treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kaanehe 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. Kaanehe. 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 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in 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 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 1
    • Early Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • 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)
    • 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
    • N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, 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

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D631: Anemia in 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Inflammation
    • Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Interstitial Nephritis
    • Chronic Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N119: Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Lupus
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Which procedures does Dr. Kaanehe perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Leilani Kaanehe may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kaanehe's office.

    Does Dr. Kaanehe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kaanehe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 523-0445 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kaanehe accept in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Kaanehe in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlohaCare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)

    • Centene

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • University Health Alliance

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    Where is Dr. Kaanehe's office located?

    Dr. Leilani Kaanehe's Primary Practice

    1520 Liliha St Ste 601

    Honolulu, HI 96817

    (808) 523-0445

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    What is Dr. Kaanehe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kaanehe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831130632.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaanehe?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaanehe

    What is Dr. Leilani Kaanehe's specialty?

    Dr. Kaanehe is a Nephrologist near Honolulu, HI. 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. Kaanehe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leilani Kaanehe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kaanehe is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center, Straub Benioff Medical Center 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 Leilani Kaanehe accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Leilani Kaanehe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leilani Kaanehe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kaanehe's office at (808) 523-0445 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leilani Kaanehe?

    Please contact Dr. Kaanehe's office at (808) 523-0445 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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