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Who is Dr. Fung, Nephrologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Maple Fung, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Fung is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fung’s office at (619) 543-6222.
Is Dr. Fung board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Maple Fung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fung speak?
Dr. Fung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Fung typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Fung 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. Fung. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Kidney-Related High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Renovascular Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure from Kidney Artery Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I150: Renovascular hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Fung typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maple Fung may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Fung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fung accept my insurance?
Dr. Fung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fung accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Fung in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fung's office located?
Dr. Maple Fung's Primary Practice
4060 4th Ave Ste 220
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 543-6222
What is Dr. Fung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316901101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fung
What is Dr. Maple Fung's specialty?
Dr. Fung is a Nephrologist near San Diego, 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. Maple Fung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fung is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 Maple Fung accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maple Fung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maple Fung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fung's office at (619) 543-6222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maple Fung?
Please contact Dr. Fung's office at (619) 543-6222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maple Fung have?
Dr. Maple Fung is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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