Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mckay, Nephrologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Dianne Mckay, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Mckay graduated from Chicago Medical School, Chicago, IL. Dr. Mckay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mckay’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. Mckay’s office at (858) 784-9716.
Where did Dr. Mckay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Chicago Medical School, Chicago, IL | Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA | Nephrologist | Professor of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mckay speak?
Dr. Mckay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mckay treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Mckay 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. Mckay. 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:
- 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:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
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
Which procedures does Dr. Mckay perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dianne Mckay 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. Mckay's office.
Does Dr. Mckay accept my insurance?
Dr. Mckay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 784-9716 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mckay accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Mckay in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Department of Defense / Tricare
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mckay's office located?
Dr. Dianne Mckay's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 784-9716
What is Dr. Mckay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mckay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700857976.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mckay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mckay
What is Dr. Dianne Mckay's specialty?
Dr. Mckay 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. Mckay to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dianne Mckay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mckay is affiliated with Scripps Green 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 Dianne Mckay accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dianne Mckay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dianne Mckay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mckay's office at (858) 784-9716 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dianne Mckay?
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