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Dr. Pankaj Ram, MD

Fresno, CA

51 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ram, Nephrologist in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Pankaj Ram, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Ram graduated from Madras Med College and completed his residency at Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Nephrology Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ram is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ram’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ram’s office at (559) 320-0701.

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

    • Residency: Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Nephrology Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine | New York Methodist Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Stanley Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Madras- Tn- India | Madras Med College | Stanley Med College

    What languages does Dr. Ram speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ram treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ram 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. Ram. 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 from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
    • 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
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 1
    • Early 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
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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 Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ram perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pankaj Ram may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ram's office.

    Does Dr. Ram accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 320-0701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ram accept in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Ram in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ram's office located?

    Dr. Pankaj Ram's Primary Practice

    1313 E Herndon Ave Ste 106

    Fresno, CA 93720

    (559) 320-0701

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

    Dr. Ram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679539837.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ram?

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

    What is Dr. Pankaj Ram's specialty?

    Dr. Ram is a Nephrologist near Fresno, CA. 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. Ram to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pankaj Ram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ram is affiliated with Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital 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 Pankaj Ram accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Pankaj Ram is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pankaj Ram offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ram's office at (559) 320-0701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pankaj Ram?

    Please contact Dr. Ram's office at (559) 320-0701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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