Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chattha, Nephrologist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Ashraf Chattha, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chattha graduated from Medical Center Of Iran and completed his residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chattha is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chattha’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chattha’s office at (803) 256-1137.
Where did Dr. Chattha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Medical Center Of Iran | King Edward Medical University | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Is Dr. Chattha board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Ashraf Chattha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chattha speak?
Dr. Chattha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chattha typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chattha 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. Chattha. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chattha typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashraf Chattha may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chattha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chattha accept my insurance?
Dr. Chattha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 256-1137 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chattha accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Chattha in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chattha's office located?
Dr. Ashraf Chattha's Primary Practice
1655 Bernardin Ave Ste 200
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 256-1137
What is Dr. Chattha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chattha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073555983.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chattha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chattha
What is Dr. Ashraf Chattha's specialty?
Dr. Chattha is a Nephrologist near Columbia, SC.
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. Ashraf Chattha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chattha is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital 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 Ashraf Chattha accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Ashraf Chattha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashraf Chattha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chattha's office at (803) 256-1137 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashraf Chattha?
Please contact Dr. Chattha's office at (803) 256-1137 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashraf Chattha have?
Dr. Ashraf Chattha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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