38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Benador, Pediatric Nephrologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Nadine Benador, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Benador graduated from Assistant Clinical Professor. Dr. Benador is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benador’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benador’s office at (858) 966-8052.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Benador?
Dr. Nadine Benador, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Benador empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dialysis Care, Glomerulonephritis, Transplant Medicine-Kidney, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Benador is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Benador go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Assistant Clinical Professor
What languages does Dr. Benador speak?
Dr. Benador and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Benador treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Benador 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. Benador. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Single Kidney at Birth
- Ectopic Kidney
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
- Unilateral renal agenesis
- Congenital absence of one kidney
- Solitary kidney
- Pelvic kidney
- Misplaced kidney
- Congenital renal ectopia
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q600: Renal agenesis, unilateral
- Q632: Ectopic kidney
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Kidney Dysplasia
- Kidney Cysts
- Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney
- Renal Dysplasia
- Abnormal Kidney Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q614: Renal dysplasia
Also known as:
- High Calcium in Urine
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Urine and Urination
- Hypercalciuria
- Excess Calcium Excretion
- Calcium in Urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R82994: Hypercalciuria
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Other Secondary High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- Other Secondary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure from Other Causes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I158: Other secondary hypertension
Also known as:
- Vesicoureteral Reflux
- Ureteral Disorder
- Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
- VUR
- Urine Reflux
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Purpura
- Allergy
- Bleeding Disorder
- IgA Vasculitis
- Henoch-Schönlein purpura
- IgA vasculitis
- Vascular purpura
ICD-10 Codes:
- D690: Allergic purpura
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Which procedures does Dr. Benador perform as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nadine Benador 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. Benador's office.
Does Dr. Benador accept my insurance?
Dr. Benador 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. Benador accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Benador 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
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Benador's office located?
Dr. Nadine Benador's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-8052
What is Dr. Benador's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benador's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366513129.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benador?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benador
What is Dr. Nadine Benador's specialty?
Dr. Benador 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. Benador to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nadine Benador affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Benador is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego, UC San Diego Medical Center. 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
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Is Nadine Benador accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nadine Benador is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nadine Benador offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benador's office at (858) 966-8052 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nadine Benador?
Please contact Dr. Benador's office at (858) 966-8052 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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