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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bambha, Transplant Hepatologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Kiran Bambha, MD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Bambha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bambha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bambha’s office.
Where did Dr. Bambha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --
What languages does Dr. Bambha speak?
Dr. Bambha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Bambha typically treat?
As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Bambha 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. Bambha. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
What procedures does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Bambha typically perform?
As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Bambha performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bambha. 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:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Bambha accept my insurance?
Dr. Bambha 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. Bambha accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Bambha in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Bambha's office located?
What is Dr. Bambha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bambha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285606541.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bambha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bambha
What is Dr. Kiran Bambha's specialty?
Dr. Bambha is a Transplant Hepatologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does a Transplant Hepatologist do?
An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes.
Is this Dr. Kiran Bambha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bambha is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Upmc Carlisle, Warren General Hospital, Upmc Harrisburg 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 Transplant Hepatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kiran Bambha accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kiran Bambha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kiran Bambha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bambha's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kiran Bambha?
Please contact Dr. Bambha's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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200 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213