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Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya, MD

Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya, MD

Nephrologist

Melrose Park, IL

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dhananjaya, Nephrologist in Melrose Park, IL?

    Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Melrose Park, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dhananjaya graduated from J.J.M. Medical College, Mysore University, Davangere, Karnataka, India and completed her residency at Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Program. Dr. Dhananjaya is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhananjaya’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhananjaya’s office at (312) 654-2744.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Louisville | University of Louisville Hospital - University of Louisville Health Care, Kentucky

    • Residency: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Program

    • Medical School: J.J.M. Medical College, Mysore University, Davangere, Karnataka, India | Mysore Medical College and Research Institute | J J MURUGARAJENDRA MED COLL MYSORE UNIVERSITY | B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India

    What languages does Dr. Dhananjaya speak?

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

    • English
    • Kannada

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dhananjaya typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Dhananjaya 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. Dhananjaya. 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
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • 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
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified 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

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    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

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Dhananjaya typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya may include:

    Please contact Dr. Dhananjaya's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Dhananjaya accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dhananjaya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 654-2744 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dhananjaya accept in Melrose Park, IL?

    Dr. Dhananjaya in Melrose Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dhananjaya's office located?

    Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya's Primary Practice

    675 W North Ave Ste 309

    Melrose Park, IL 60160

    (312) 654-2744

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    Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya's Practice 2

    1111 Superior St Ste 203

    Melrose Park, IL 60160

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    Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya's Practice 3

    3929 N Central Ave Ste 4

    Chicago, IL 60634

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya?

    Dr. Dhananjaya has appointments available at her Melrose Park, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Dhananjaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720058639.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhananjaya?

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

    What is Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya's specialty?

    Dr. Dhananjaya is a Nephrologist near Melrose Park, 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 Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dhananjaya is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale 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 Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya accepting new patients in Melrose Park, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Dhananjaya, or call (312) 654-2744 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Neetha Dhananjaya?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Dhananjaya, or call (312) 654-2744 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Dhananjaya's office located?

    Dr. Dhananjaya's offices are located in Melrose Park, IL and Chicago, IL.