29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vyas, Pediatric Nephrologist in West Orange, NJ?
Dr. Shefali Vyas, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in West Orange, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Vyas completed her residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Pediatric Nephrology; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Vyas is fluent in English, Hindi, Italian, and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vyas’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vyas’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vyas?
Dr. Shefali Vyas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. Vyas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dialysis Care, Hypertension, Kidney Disease, Transplant Medicine-Kidney, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Orange/NJ community, Dr. Vyas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Vyas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Pediatric Nephrology; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Vyas board certified in Pediatric Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Shefali Vyas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Vyas speak?
Dr. Vyas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Italian
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Vyas treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Vyas 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. Vyas. 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:
- Swollen Kidney
- Ectopic Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
- Pelvic kidney
- Misplaced kidney
- Congenital renal ectopia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
- Q632: Ectopic kidney
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure from Another Condition
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- Secondary Hypertension
- Symptomatic Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure with Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I159: Secondary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Asymptomatic Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Hidden blood in urine without symptoms
- Microscopic hematuria without symptoms
- No symptoms blood in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3121: Asymptomatic microscopic hematuria
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
Also known as:
- Lost kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
- Missing kidney
- Kidney removal
- Nephrectomy (history of)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z905: Acquired absence of kidney
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Dysplasia
- Kidney Cysts
- Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney
- Renal Dysplasia
- Abnormal Kidney Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q614: Renal dysplasia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
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
Which procedures does Dr. Vyas perform as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shefali Vyas 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. Vyas' office.
Does Dr. Vyas accept my insurance?
Dr. Vyas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vyas accept in West Orange, NJ?
Dr. Vyas in West Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vyas' office located?
What is Dr. Vyas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vyas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780676056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vyas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vyas
What is Dr. Shefali Vyas's specialty?
Dr. Vyas is a Pediatric Nephrologist near West Orange, NJ. 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. Vyas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shefali Vyas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vyas is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Nephrologist?
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Is Shefali Vyas accepting new patients in West Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Shefali Vyas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shefali Vyas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vyas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shefali Vyas?
Please contact Dr. Vyas's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shefali Vyas have?
Dr. Shefali Vyas is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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