18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weng, Pediatric Nephrologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Patricia Weng, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Weng completed her residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Weng is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weng’s office.
Where did Dr. Weng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Weng speak?
Dr. Weng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Weng typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Weng 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. Weng. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Weng typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Weng 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. Weng. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Weng accept my insurance?
Dr. Weng 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. Weng accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Weng in Los Angeles, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Weng's office located?
What is Dr. Weng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730301656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weng
What is Dr. Patricia Weng's specialty?
Dr. Weng is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Los Angeles, 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. Patricia Weng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weng is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
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 Patricia Weng accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Weng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Weng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Weng's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patricia Weng?
Please contact Dr. Weng's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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