35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santiesteban, Nephrologist in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Hector Santiesteban is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Santiesteban graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn. Dr. Santiesteban is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santiesteban’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santiesteban’s office at (415) 921-8210.
Where did Dr. Santiesteban go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn | Cleveland Clinic | Cleveland Clinic | Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Santiesteban board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Hector Santiesteban is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Santiesteban speak?
Dr. Santiesteban and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Santiesteban typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Santiesteban 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. Santiesteban. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate 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
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Santiesteban typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hector Santiesteban may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Santiesteban's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santiesteban accept my insurance?
Dr. Santiesteban accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 921-8210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santiesteban accept in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Santiesteban in Burlingame, 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
Chinese Community Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santiesteban's office located?
Dr. Hector Santiesteban's Primary Practice
1750 El Camino Real Ste 15
Burlingame, CA 94010
(415) 921-8210
What is Dr. Santiesteban's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santiesteban's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245235738.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santiesteban?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santiesteban
What is Dr. Hector Santiesteban's specialty?
Dr. Santiesteban is a Nephrologist near Burlingame, 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. Hector Santiesteban affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santiesteban is affiliated with San Mateo Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Ahmc Seton Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Ucsf Health Saint Francis 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 Hector Santiesteban accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hector Santiesteban is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Santiesteban offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santiesteban's office at (415) 921-8210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Santiesteban?
Please contact Dr. Santiesteban's office at (415) 921-8210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Santiesteban have?
Dr. Hector Santiesteban is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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