Dr. Heather Bruner, MD
La Jolla, CA
14 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bruner, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Heather Bruner, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Bruner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bruner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruner’s office at (858) 534-7079.
Where did Dr. Bruner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Virginia
What languages does Dr. Bruner speak?
Dr. Bruner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Bruner typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Bruner 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. Bruner. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Bruner typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Bruner may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Bruner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bruner accept my insurance?
Dr. Bruner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 534-7079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bruner accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Bruner in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bruner's office located?
Dr. Heather Bruner's Primary Practice
9300 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 534-7079
What is Dr. Bruner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bruner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467612622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bruner
What is Dr. Heather Bruner's specialty?
Dr. Bruner is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Heather Bruner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bruner is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Heather Bruner accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Bruner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Bruner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bruner's office at (858) 534-7079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Bruner?
Please contact Dr. Bruner's office at (858) 534-7079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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