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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kongara, Nephrologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ravindranath Kongara, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kongara completed his residency at Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kongara is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kongara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kongara’s office at (404) 365-0966.
Where did Dr. Kongara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kongara speak?
Dr. Kongara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Kongara treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kongara 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. Kongara. 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 5
- 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 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
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)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kongara perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ravindranath Kongara 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. Kongara's office.
Does Dr. Kongara accept my insurance?
Dr. Kongara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 365-0966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kongara accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kongara in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
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Where is Dr. Kongara's office located?
Dr. Ravindranath Kongara's Primary Practice
2525 Cumberland Pkwy SE
Atlanta, GA 30339
(404) 365-0966
What is Dr. Kongara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kongara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821026568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kongara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kongara
What is Dr. Ravindranath Kongara's specialty?
Dr. Kongara is a Nephrologist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Kongara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ravindranath Kongara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kongara is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory University 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
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Is Ravindranath Kongara accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ravindranath Kongara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ravindranath Kongara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kongara's office at (404) 365-0966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ravindranath Kongara?
Please contact Dr. Kongara's office at (404) 365-0966 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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