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Dr. Alexander Kay, MD

San Diego, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kay, Nephrologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Kay, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kay completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kay’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kay’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    Where did Dr. Kay go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Of Wa School Of Med

    • Medical School: Oxford Univ Med Sch, Oxford, Uk

    Is Dr. Kay board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Kay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kay speak?

    Dr. Kay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kay treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Kay 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. Kay. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • 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
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • 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 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Kay perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Kay may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kay's office.

    Does Dr. Kay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kay accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kay in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • CalOptima

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Kay's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Kay's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Alexander Kay's Practice 2

    4510 Viewridge Ave

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Alexander Kay's Practice 3

    8080 Parkway Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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    What is Dr. Kay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598824187.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kay?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kay

    What is Dr. Alexander Kay's specialty?

    Dr. Kay is a Nephrologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kay to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Kay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kay is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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

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    Is Alexander Kay accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Kay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Kay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kay's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Kay?

    Please contact Dr. Kay's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Kay have?

    Dr. Alexander Kay is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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