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Who is Dr. Perens, Pediatric Nephrologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Elliot Perens, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Perens is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perens’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perens’s office at (858) 966-8052.
Is Dr. Perens board certified in Pediatric Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Elliot Perens, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Perens speak?
Dr. Perens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Perens treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Perens 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. Perens. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Single Kidney at Birth
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
- Unilateral renal agenesis
- Congenital absence of one kidney
- Solitary kidney
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q600: Renal agenesis, unilateral
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
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:
- Lost kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
- Missing kidney
- Kidney removal
- Nephrectomy (history of)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z905: Acquired absence of kidney
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Which procedures does Dr. Perens perform as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elliot Perens may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Perens' office.
Does Dr. Perens accept my insurance?
Dr. Perens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-8052 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perens accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Perens in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Perens' office located?
What is Dr. Perens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922328947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perens
What is Dr. Elliot Perens's specialty?
Dr. Perens is a Pediatric Nephrologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy. Contact Dr. Perens to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elliot Perens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Perens is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Nephrologist?
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Is Elliot Perens accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elliot Perens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elliot Perens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perens's office at (858) 966-8052 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elliot Perens?
Please contact Dr. Perens's office at (858) 966-8052 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elliot Perens have?
Dr. Elliot Perens is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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