Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Behrend, Nephrologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Terry Behrend, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Behrend graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Nephrology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Behrend is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behrend’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behrend’s office at (619) 582-4490.
Where did Dr. Behrend go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Washington University in St. Louis
Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Nephrology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine | George Washington University Program A
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Behrend board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Terry Behrend, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Behrend speak?
Dr. Behrend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Behrend treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Behrend 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. Behrend. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Dialysis Catheter Complication
- Dialysis Catheter Problem
- Kidney Dialysis Tube Issue
- Vascular Access Catheter Complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8249XA: Other complication of vascular dialysis catheter, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Arm Arteries
- Arm Artery Embolism
- Upper Extremity Thrombosis
- Blocked Arm Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I742: Embolism and thrombosis of arteries of the upper extremities
Also known as:
- Vein Compression
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Compression Syndrome
- Pinched Vein
- Vein Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- I871: Compression of vein
Which procedures does Dr. Behrend perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Terry Behrend may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Behrend's office.
Does Dr. Behrend accept my insurance?
Dr. Behrend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 582-4490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behrend accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Behrend in La Jolla, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Behrend's office located?
Dr. Terry Behrend's Primary Practice
9834 Genesee Ave Ste 312
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 582-4490
What is Dr. Behrend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behrend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790780484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behrend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behrend
What is Dr. Terry Behrend's specialty?
Dr. Behrend is a Nephrologist near La Jolla, 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. Behrend to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Terry Behrend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Behrend is affiliated with Sharp Memorial 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
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Is Terry Behrend accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Terry Behrend is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Terry Behrend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behrend's office at (619) 582-4490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Terry Behrend?
Please contact Dr. Behrend's office at (619) 582-4490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Terry Behrend have?
Dr. Terry Behrend is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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