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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lenihan, Nephrologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Colin Lenihan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lenihan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lenihan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lenihan’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Lenihan speak?
Dr. Lenihan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lenihan typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lenihan 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. Lenihan. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lenihan typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lenihan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lenihan. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Does Dr. Lenihan accept my insurance?
Dr. Lenihan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lenihan accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Lenihan in Stanford, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lenihan's office located?
What is Dr. Lenihan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lenihan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154616373.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lenihan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lenihan
What is Dr. Colin Lenihan's specialty?
Dr. Lenihan is a Nephrologist near Stanford, 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. Colin Lenihan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lenihan is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Colin Lenihan accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Colin Lenihan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colin Lenihan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lenihan's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colin Lenihan?
Please contact Dr. Lenihan's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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