About Us Telehealth Patients Providers Clinics Careers Appointments COVID-19 INFORMATION A Message From Balboa Nephrology Medical Group We are monitoring COVID-19 closely and continue to introduce measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Our top priority is the health and safety of our patients. The COVID-19 vaccination is one of the most important tools to end the COVID-19 pandemic. We are strongly encouraging you to get the vaccination when you are eligible and able to do so. While our BNMG Offices do not have the vaccines available at this time, we are encouraging our patients to get vaccinated at the various locations available through the county. Visit the California Department of Public Health’s MyTurn.ca.gov page to find a walk-in clinic or schedule an appointment. We recommend that transplant recipients receive the COVID-19 vaccine and booster shot. The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines both have similar mechanisms (mRNA technology) are not live viruses and are safe in transplant recipients. We recognize that the vaccine has not been studied in transplant recipients but given the intensity of the surge in Southern California the risk of waiting for more information outweighs the benefit. San Diegans wishing to get a COVID-19 shot can now show up at a County-hosted clinic and get vaccinated without an appointment. Find a vaccination clinic near you: San Diego County Imperial County Orange County Vaccines.gov Balboa Nephrology Medical Group Current Appointment Protocols: As of Monday, April 5, 2021, BNMG will be able to offer in-office appointments for current and new patients. If you prefer in person appointments – there are openings available. Telehealth visits will also continue. Patients will be contacted by their provider about upcoming appointments. Masks are required and all BNMG waiting rooms will maintain social distancing with only 1-2 patients allowed with a minimum of 6 feet apart. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, seek care right away. All patients with respiratory or COVID-19 related symptoms are being treated through Telehealth (Video Visits) If you are unsure or have questions about your upcoming appointment, please call the office where you have your appointment. Please know that your health is important to us. We will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves. Make an Appointment or Refill Prescriptions If you do not have access to the MyChart Patient Portal, please call (858) 810-8000. Our team will be able to help you set up your account and activation. COVID-19 Vaccination Updates Effective 10/26/21: CountyNewsCenter.com COVID-19 vaccination boosters are now recommended and available for everyone who qualifies. While all three available COVID-19 vaccines have now been approved as boosters, people should stick to the vaccine they originally received. However, they may choose a different one if necessary – per the County of San Diego Communications Office. If you meet the CDC’s eligibility criteria, visit the California Department of Public Health’s MyTurn.ca.gov page to find a walk-in clinic or schedule an appointment for a vaccine booster shot near you. Effective 6/8/21: CountyNewsCenter.com After registering a case rate of less than two COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents for two consecutive weeks, the San Diego County will move to the Yellow Tier of the state’s reopening framework beginning Wednesday, June 9. Effective 5/28/21: CountyNewsCenter.com While the number of local COVID-19 cases has significantly decreased in recent weeks, not enough San Diegans have been vaccinated for the region to achieve herd immunity. While the number of local COVID-19 cases has significantly decreased in recent weeks, not enough San Diegans have been vaccinated for the region to achieve herd immunity. Effective 5/17/21: CountyNewsCenter.com The County of San Diego will follow state guidance regarding facial coverings until the expected full reopening of the California economy on June 15. The California Department of Public Health announced today that facial coverings will continue to be required in most indoor settings for another four weeks. This will allow Californians, especially children 12 and older who only last week became eligible for Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, to get vaccinated. Effective 5/14/21: CountyNewsCenter.com Starting Saturday, May 15th, youths ages 12-17 who want to get a COVID-19 vaccination in San Diego County without a parent present will have to provide a signed form to show their parent or legal guardian has given permission. Effective 5/13/21: CountyNewsCenter.com San Diegans ages 12-15 are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. The California Department of Public Health last night approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in that age group and the County’s vaccine sites are prepared to start vaccinating children in this new age group today. Effective 5/7/21: CountyNewsCenter.com The County of San Diego is making it easier for businesses and community organizations to host mobile vaccination events at their place of business. Beginning today, businesses can fill out an online request for a mobile vaccination team to come to their worksite. Effective 5/6/21: CountyNewsCenter.com Continuing to look to make it as easy as possible for people to get COVID-19 vaccinations, the County of San Diego Thursday started night hours at three vaccination sites, extended appointment windows for all sites and announced it plans to set up more pop-up, drop-in clinics. Effective 5/4/21: CountyNewsCenter.com Starting, Thursday, May 6th three County COVID-19 vaccination sites in North, East and South County will start offering evening hours for San Diegans. The three clinics will be administering Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to people with and without appointments. People are welcome to drop-in whether for a first dose or a second dose that is a follow up to a dose received elsewhere. Effective 4/29/21: CountyNewsCenter.com Fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks outdoors in public unless they’re in crowded places. This is one of many activities the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now considers safer for people who are fully immunized. The state has adopted the new CDC mask guidelines and the County is also easing the same restrictions in the region. Effective 4/27/21: CountyNewsCenter.com San Diegans wishing to get a COVID-19 shot can now show up at a County-hosted clinic and get vaccinated without an appointment. Effective 4/14/21: CountyNewsCenter.com Starting April 15, everyone 16 and older will be able to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Currently, only the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are available in the region. Use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine has been paused while it is reviewed following recent safety concerns. Also going into effect April 15 is new guidance on gatherings, private and indoor live events, and performances. With San Diego County now being in the Orange Tier, outdoor activities of up to 50 people are now permitted. Indoor gatherings are strongly discouraged but are allowed with modifications and if they do not exceed 25 people. Effective 4/5/21: The UC San Diego vaccination superstation at the RIMAC arena has vaccine appointments available. Make an appointment here. Effective 4/1/21: CountyNewsCenter.com All San Diegans 50 and Older Can Get COVID-19 Vaccine. More San Diegans will be able to get vaccinated against COVID-19 now that the state and the County have expanded eligibility to include all people between 50 and 64 years of age, the first group in Phase 2. Previous Updates Contact Info 4225 Executive Square Suite 450 La Jolla, CA 92037 Phone (858) 810-8000 Email info@bnmg.org Social Media Visit Our Sister Sites Balboa United Camino Renal Care General COVID-19 Info COVID-19 Resources Testing Locations Vaccine Facts Vaccine Phases & Tiers COVID-19 Info by County Imperial County Orange County San Diego County Quick Links Home About The BNMG Blog Join Our Team Locations New Patients Research Resources Services Copyright © 2021 Balboa Nephrology Medical Group Powered by Balboa Nephrology Medical Group Book an Appointment Translate »