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Dr. Ramesh Saxena, MD

Dr. Ramesh Saxena, MD

Dallas, TX

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saxena, Nephrologist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Ramesh Saxena, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Saxena graduated from Maulana Azad and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Nephrology; Canton Med Educ Fndn, Internal Medicine; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Nephrology. He is a member of the American Society of Nephrology, International Society of Nephrology, International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis, National Kidney Foundation, and Texas Medical Association. Dr. Saxena is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxena’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxena’s office at (214) 645-2888.

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

    • Fellowship: Ohio State University Hospitals, Nephrology

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Nephrology; Canton Med Educ Fndn, Internal Medicine; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Nephrology | Aultman Hospital | Northeastern Ohio Universities Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Maulana Azad Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India | Maulana Azad

    Is Dr. Saxena board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ramesh Saxena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Saxena speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Panjabi; Punjabi

    • Swedish

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

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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 from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • 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
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b

    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
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b

    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:

    • 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. Saxena typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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:

    • Kidney Biopsy
    • Renal biopsy
    • Percutaneous kidney biopsy
    • Needle kidney biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle

    Does Dr. Saxena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saxena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-2888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saxena accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Saxena in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?

    Dr. Ramesh Saxena's Primary Practice

    5323 Harry Hines Blvd

    Dallas, TX 75390

    (214) 645-2888

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Nephrology

    Member

    International Society of Nephrology

    Member

    International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis

    Member

    National Kidney Foundation

    Member

    Texas Medical Association

    Member

    Awards

    Anna Greta Crafoord Prize, 1991 - Best PhD thesis for the

    University of Lund (0)

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

    Dr. Saxena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902868912.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxena?

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

    What is Dr. Ramesh Saxena's specialty?

    Dr. Saxena is a Nephrologist near Dallas, TX.

    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. Ramesh Saxena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saxena is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, United Regional Healthcare System 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 Ramesh Saxena accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Ramesh Saxena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ramesh Saxena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (214) 645-2888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ramesh Saxena?

    Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (214) 645-2888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ramesh Saxena have?

    Dr. Ramesh Saxena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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