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Dr. Dechu Puliyanda, MD

Dr. Dechu Puliyanda, MD

West Hollywood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Puliyanda, Pediatric Nephrologist in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Dechu Puliyanda, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Puliyanda completed her residency at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center. Dr. Puliyanda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puliyanda’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puliyanda’s office at (310) 423-4747.

    Where did Dr. Puliyanda go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital

    • Residency: Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center

    • Medical School: Mysore Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Puliyanda speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Puliyanda treat?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Puliyanda 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. Puliyanda. 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:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Rejection
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal Transplant Rejection
    • Kidney Graft Rejection
    • Transplant Organ Rejection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8611: Kidney transplant rejection

    Also known as:

    • Nephrotic Syndrome
    • Kidney Disease
    • Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
    • Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
    • Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
    • Proteinuria Syndrome
    • Nephrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • G-tube Care
    • Feeding Tube Management
    • Stomach Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Puliyanda perform as a Pediatric Nephrologist?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dechu Puliyanda may include:

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

    Does Dr. Puliyanda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puliyanda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puliyanda accept in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Puliyanda in West Hollywood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Altamed Health Services

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Gold Coast Health Plan

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Puliyanda's office located?

    Dr. Dechu Puliyanda's Primary Practice

    8700 Beverly Blvd

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (310) 423-4747

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    Dr. Dechu Puliyanda's Practice 2

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 1165W

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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    Dr. Dechu Puliyanda's Practice 3

    4140 W 190th St

    Torrance, CA 90504

    (310) 967-1744

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

    Dr. Puliyanda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114955705.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puliyanda?

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

    What is Dr. Dechu Puliyanda's specialty?

    Dr. Puliyanda is a Pediatric Nephrologist near West Hollywood, CA. A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy. Contact Dr. Puliyanda to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dechu Puliyanda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Puliyanda is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai 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 Dechu Puliyanda accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dechu Puliyanda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dechu Puliyanda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puliyanda's office at (310) 423-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dechu Puliyanda?

    Please contact Dr. Puliyanda's office at (310) 423-4747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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