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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peng, Nephrologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Mei Zhu Peng, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Peng is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peng’s office.
Is Dr. Peng board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Mei Zhu Peng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Peng speak?
Dr. Peng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Peng typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Peng 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. Peng. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Peng typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mei Zhu Peng may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Peng's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Peng accept my insurance?
Dr. Peng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peng accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Peng in San Francisco, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peng's office located?
What is Dr. Peng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124113915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peng
What is Dr. Mei Zhu Peng's specialty?
Dr. Peng is a Nephrologist near San Francisco, CA.
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. Mei Zhu Peng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peng is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Novato Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital 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 Mei Zhu Peng accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mei Zhu Peng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mei Zhu Peng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peng's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mei Zhu Peng?
Please contact Dr. Peng's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mei Zhu Peng have?
Dr. Mei Zhu Peng is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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