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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ratnam, Nephrologist in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Shobha Ratnam, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Toledo, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ratnam completed her residency at Med Coll Of Ohio, Nephrology; Med Coll Of Ohio, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ratnam is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratnam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratnam’s office.
Where did Dr. Ratnam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ohio, Nephrology; Med Coll Of Ohio, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo
Is Dr. Ratnam board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Shobha Ratnam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ratnam speak?
Dr. Ratnam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Ratnam typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ratnam 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. Ratnam. 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 Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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. Ratnam typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shobha Ratnam may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Ratnam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ratnam accept my insurance?
Dr. Ratnam 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. Ratnam accept in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Ratnam in Toledo, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ratnam's office located?
What is Dr. Ratnam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ratnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902891591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratnam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ratnam
What is Dr. Shobha Ratnam's specialty?
Dr. Ratnam is a Nephrologist near Toledo, OH.
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. Shobha Ratnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ratnam is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Promedica Toledo Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe 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 Shobha Ratnam accepting new patients in Toledo, OH?
Yes, Dr. Shobha Ratnam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shobha Ratnam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ratnam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shobha Ratnam?
Please contact Dr. Ratnam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shobha Ratnam have?
Dr. Shobha Ratnam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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