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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rijhwani, Nephrologist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Suresh Rijhwani, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rijhwani is fluent in English, Hindi, and Sindhi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rijhwani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rijhwani’s office at (757) 627-7301.
What languages does Dr. Rijhwani speak?
Dr. Rijhwani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Sindhi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Rijhwani typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Rijhwani 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. Rijhwani. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
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
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Rijhwani typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Suresh Rijhwani may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Rijhwani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rijhwani accept my insurance?
Dr. Rijhwani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 627-7301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rijhwani accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Rijhwani in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rijhwani's office located?
Dr. Suresh Rijhwani's Primary Practice
301 Riverview Ave Ste 600
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 627-7301
What is Dr. Rijhwani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rijhwani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619966512.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rijhwani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rijhwani
What is Dr. Suresh Rijhwani's specialty?
Dr. Rijhwani is a Nephrologist near Norfolk, VA.
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. Suresh Rijhwani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rijhwani is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Chesapeake Regional 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
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Is Suresh Rijhwani accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Suresh Rijhwani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suresh Rijhwani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rijhwani's office at (757) 627-7301 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suresh Rijhwani?
Please contact Dr. Rijhwani's office at (757) 627-7301 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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