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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lea, Nephrologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Janice Lea, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lea is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lea’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lea’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lea?
Dr. Janice Lea, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lea empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Kidney Disease, Diabetic Kidney Disease, Dialysis Care, Hypertension-Complex, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Lea is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lea go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Lea speak?
Dr. Lea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lea treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lea 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. Lea. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- 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
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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 Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Complication
- Kidney Graft Problem
- Post-Kidney Transplant Issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8610: Unspecified complication of kidney transplant
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
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Which procedures does Dr. Lea perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Janice Lea may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lea's office.
Does Dr. Lea accept my insurance?
Dr. Lea 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. Lea accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Lea in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lea's office located?
What is Dr. Lea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750391769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lea
What is Dr. Janice Lea's specialty?
Dr. Lea is a Nephrologist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Lea to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Janice Lea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lea is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Janice Lea accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Janice Lea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Janice Lea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lea's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Janice Lea?
Please contact Dr. Lea's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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