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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lorenzen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Brent Lorenzen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Lorenzen completed his residency at Carolinas Medical Center. Dr. Lorenzen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lorenzen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lorenzen’s office at (619) 323-4276.
Where did Dr. Lorenzen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carolinas Medical Center
Is Dr. Lorenzen board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brent Lorenzen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lorenzen speak?
Dr. Lorenzen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lorenzen typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lorenzen 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. Lorenzen. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lorenzen typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brent Lorenzen may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lorenzen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lorenzen accept my insurance?
Dr. Lorenzen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 323-4276 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lorenzen accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lorenzen in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lorenzen's office located?
What is Dr. Lorenzen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lorenzen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013176551.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lorenzen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lorenzen
What is Dr. Brent Lorenzen's specialty?
Dr. Lorenzen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Brent Lorenzen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lorenzen is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brent Lorenzen accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brent Lorenzen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Lorenzen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lorenzen's office at (619) 323-4276 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Lorenzen?
Please contact Dr. Lorenzen's office at (619) 323-4276 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Lorenzen have?
Dr. Brent Lorenzen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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