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Dr. Nicholas Brening, MD

Salt Lake City, UT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brening, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Dr. Nicholas Brening, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brening is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brening’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brening’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Brening speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brening treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brening 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. Brening. 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:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Suffocation from being trapped in a refrigerator
    • Refrigerator entrapment
    • Lack of air in refrigerator
    • Trapped in refrigerator
    • Refrigerator suffocation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T71231D: Asphyxiation due to being trapped in a (discarded) refrigerator, accidental, subsequent encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Brening perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Brening may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brening accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brening accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brening accept in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Dr. Brening in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brening's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Brening's Primary Practice

    50 N Medical Dr

    Salt Lake City, UT 84132

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    Dr. Nicholas Brening's Practice 2

    555 Foothill Dr

    Salt Lake City, UT 84112

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    Dr. Nicholas Brening's Practice 3

    30 N 1900 E Rm 4C116

    Salt Lake City, UT 84132

    (308) 631-1997

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

    Dr. Brening's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699160465.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brening?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Brening's specialty?

    Dr. Brening is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Salt Lake City, UT. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Brening to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicholas Brening affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brening is affiliated with Lone Peak Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Nicholas Brening accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Brening is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Brening offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brening's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Brening?

    Please contact Dr. Brening's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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