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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rishi, Nephrologist in Danville, CA?
Dr. Rahul Rishi, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Danville, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Rishi is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rishi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rishi’s office at (510) 881-1490.
Where did Dr. Rishi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rural Medical College of Pravara Medical Trust
What languages does Dr. Rishi speak?
Dr. Rishi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Rishi typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Rishi 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. Rishi. 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, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
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:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Rishi typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Rishi 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. Rishi. 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:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
- Dialysis Circuit Angiography
- Fistula/Graft Evaluation
- Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
- AV Fistula Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Clearing Blocked Dialysis Access with Balloon and Clot Removal
- Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Access Declotting
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Repair
CPT Codes:
- 36905: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, dialysis circuit, any method, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation, diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement(s), and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s); with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Replacement
- Tunneled Catheter Exchange
- Central Line Replacement
- IV Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access
Does Dr. Rishi accept my insurance?
Dr. Rishi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 881-1490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rishi accept in Danville, CA?
Dr. Rishi in Danville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rishi's office located?
Dr. Rahul Rishi's Primary Practice
1320 El Capitan Dr Ste 220
Danville, CA 94526
(510) 881-1490
What is Dr. Rishi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rishi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740243930.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rishi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rishi
What is Dr. Rahul Rishi's specialty?
Dr. Rishi is a Nephrologist near Danville, CA.
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. Rahul Rishi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rishi is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Mills-Peninsula 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 Rahul Rishi accepting new patients in Danville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Rishi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rahul Rishi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rishi's office at (510) 881-1490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rahul Rishi?
Please contact Dr. Rishi's office at (510) 881-1490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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