32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sankaran, Nephrologist in Rockford, IL?
Dr. Krishna Sankaran, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Sankaran graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Nephrology; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sankaran is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sankaran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sankaran’s office at (815) 227-8300.
Where did Dr. Sankaran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Nephrology; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Advocate Il Masonic Med Center | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sankaran speak?
Dr. Sankaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sankaran typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sankaran 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. Sankaran. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sankaran typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Krishna Sankaran may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Sankaran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sankaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Sankaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 227-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sankaran accept in Rockford, IL?
Dr. Sankaran in Rockford, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sankaran's office located?
What is Dr. Sankaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sankaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558353631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sankaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sankaran
What is Dr. Krishna Sankaran's specialty?
Dr. Sankaran is a Nephrologist near Rockford, IL.
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. Krishna Sankaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sankaran is affiliated with Uw Health Swedishamerican Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Osf Healthcare Saint Anthony Medical Center, Javon Bea Hospital – Riverside, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 Krishna Sankaran accepting new patients in Rockford, IL?
Yes, Dr. Krishna Sankaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krishna Sankaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sankaran's office at (815) 227-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krishna Sankaran?
Please contact Dr. Sankaran's office at (815) 227-8300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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