37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Miller, Nephrologist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Lucy Miller, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Miller graduated from FACULTY OF MEDICINE OF SANTO AMARO and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Nephrology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Miller is fluent in English, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Miller’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Miller’s office at (619) 461-3880.
Where did Dr. Miller go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California, San Diego
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Nephrology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Alameda County Medical Center, Highland Hospital | Alameda County Medical Center Program
Medical School: Fac De Med De Santo Amaro- Santo Amaro- Sp- Brazil | FACULTY OF MEDICINE OF SANTO AMARO | Universidad Catolica Nordestana Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Is Dr. Miller board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Miller, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Miller speak?
Dr. Miller and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Miller typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Miller 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. Miller. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal 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
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Miller typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucy Miller may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Miller's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Miller accept my insurance?
Dr. Miller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 461-3880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Miller accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Miller in La Mesa, 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
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Miller's office located?
Dr. Lucy Miller's Primary Practice
8851 Center Dr Ste 505
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 461-3880
What is Dr. Miller's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Miller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467458620.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Miller?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Miller
What is Dr. Lucy Miller's specialty?
Dr. Miller is a Nephrologist near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lucy Miller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Miller is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lucy Miller accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Miller is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucy Miller offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Miller's office at (619) 461-3880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucy Miller?
Please contact Dr. Miller's office at (619) 461-3880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lucy Miller have?
Dr. Lucy Miller is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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