Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Harper, Nephrologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Kimberly Harper, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Harper graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Boston University Medical Center Program. Dr. Harper is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harper’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. Harper’s office at (858) 554-9765.
Where did Dr. Harper go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Harper board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Harper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Harper speak?
Dr. Harper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Harper treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Harper 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. Harper. 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, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Harper perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kimberly Harper 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. Harper's office.
Does Dr. Harper accept my insurance?
Dr. Harper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-9765 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harper accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Harper 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Harper's office located?
Dr. Kimberly Harper's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-9765
What is Dr. Harper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699753103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harper
What is Dr. Kimberly Harper's specialty?
Dr. Harper 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. Harper to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kimberly Harper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harper is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
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Is Kimberly Harper accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Harper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kimberly Harper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harper's office at (858) 554-9765 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kimberly Harper?
Please contact Dr. Harper's office at (858) 554-9765 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kimberly Harper have?
Dr. Kimberly Harper is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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