Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chandrakantan, Nephrologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Arun Chandrakantan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chandrakantan graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Boston University Medical Center Program. Dr. Chandrakantan is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandrakantan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandrakantan’s office at (214) 358-2300.
Where did Dr. Chandrakantan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Rutgers
Is Dr. Chandrakantan board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Arun Chandrakantan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chandrakantan speak?
Dr. Chandrakantan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chandrakantan typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chandrakantan 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. Chandrakantan. 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:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
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
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chandrakantan typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Arun Chandrakantan may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chandrakantan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chandrakantan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chandrakantan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 358-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chandrakantan accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Chandrakantan 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
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chandrakantan's office located?
Dr. Arun Chandrakantan's Primary Practice
411 N Washington Ave Ste 7000
Dallas, TX 75246
(214) 358-2300
What is Dr. Chandrakantan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chandrakantan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346206760.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandrakantan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandrakantan
What is Dr. Arun Chandrakantan's specialty?
Dr. Chandrakantan 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. Arun Chandrakantan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chandrakantan is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Mckinney 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 Arun Chandrakantan accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Arun Chandrakantan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arun Chandrakantan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chandrakantan's office at (214) 358-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arun Chandrakantan?
Please contact Dr. Chandrakantan's office at (214) 358-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arun Chandrakantan have?
Dr. Arun Chandrakantan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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