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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Nephrologist in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Wai-Kin Lee, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Lee graduated from Chinese University Of Hong Kong Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Va Greater La Hlthcare Sys, Nephrology; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (650) 742-2000.
Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Greater La Hlthcare Sys, Nephrology; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Internal Medicine | University of Hawaii Program
Medical School: University of Hong Kong, Fac of Med, Hong Kong | Chinese University Of Hong Kong Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Lee board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Wai-Kin Lee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lee typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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 End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Wai-Kin Lee may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Lee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 742-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lee in South San Francisco, 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
Blue Shield of California
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
Dr. Wai-Kin Lee's Primary Practice
1200 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 742-2000
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629157375.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Wai-Kin Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Nephrologist near South 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. Wai-Kin Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wai-Kin Lee accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Wai-Kin Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wai-Kin Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (650) 742-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wai-Kin Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (650) 742-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wai-Kin Lee have?
Dr. Wai-Kin Lee is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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