Overview
Alka Sharma is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alameda, California.
Dr. Sharma is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- HMO
- POS
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
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- STATE MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- HMO
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- HMO
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- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2070 Clinton Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alka Sharma
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alka Sharma?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alka Sharma by calling their office at 510-748-0931. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alka Sharma a top-rated expert for Chronic Kidney Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alka Sharma is classified as an Advanced expert for Chronic Kidney Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alka Sharma specialize in?
While Dr. Alka Sharma is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Alka Sharma participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alka Sharma has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Alka Sharma's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alka Sharma accept my insurance?
Dr. Alka Sharma accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 510-748-0931 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Familial HypertensionDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- HypertensionDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Experienced
- Acute CystitisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cystitis.
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Alopecia TotalisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Alopecia Totalis.
- AnemiaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- ApoplexyDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- Blood ClotsDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Blood Clots.
- BoilsDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- CellulitisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Chronic CoughDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- CirrhosisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome
- Enlarged LiverDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- EsophagitisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- FaintingDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- FolliculitisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Frequent or Urgent UrinationDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Frequent or Urgent Urination.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- GoutDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Gout.
- HepatitisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- High CholesterolDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- HyperthyroidismDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- HypothyroidismDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Idiopathic HypercalciuriaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypercalciuria.
- InfertilityDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Infertility.
- Kidney StonesDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Kidney Stones.
- Kienbock's DiseaseDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Kienbock's Disease.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- MelorheostosisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- NecrosisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NephrosclerosisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Nephrosclerosis.
- NeuralgiaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- OsteopeniaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- OsteoporosisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- PericarditisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Pericarditis.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- PurpuraDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Purpura.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- Spider AngiomaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Spider Angioma.
- TenosynovitisDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Thyroid StormDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in ChildrenDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection in Children.
- VertigoDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
- Wolcott Rallison SyndromeDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Wolcott Rallison Syndrome.
