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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nguyen, Pediatric Nephrologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lieuko Nguyen, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (858) 966-8052.
Where did Dr. Nguyen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St George',s University
What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?
Dr. Nguyen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lieuko Nguyen may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Nguyen in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Intermountain Health
Kaiser Permanente
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?
What is Dr. Nguyen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235289364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nguyen
What is Dr. Lieuko Nguyen's specialty?
Dr. Nguyen is a Pediatric Nephrologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lieuko Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Lieuko Nguyen accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lieuko Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lieuko Nguyen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (858) 966-8052 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lieuko Nguyen?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (858) 966-8052 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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