Dr. Daniel Leininger, DO
Dr. Daniel Leininger, DO is a nephrologist in La Mesa, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center and Alvarado Hospital Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Balboa Nephrology - La Mesa
8851 Center Dr Ste 505 La Mesa, CA 91942Make an Appointment
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Leininger is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center San Diego, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Leininger specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Leininger's Reviews
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How was your experience with Dr. Leininger?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Leininger to family and friends is 5 out of 5
About Me
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Dr Leininger Joined Balboa Nephrology Medical Group in 2022 and practices in the East County La Mesa area as well as at Sharp Rees-Stealy Clinics.\n\nHe attended medical school at Western University, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific....read morebiography
Dr. Leininger Joined Balboa Nephrology Medical Group in 2022 and practices in the East County La Mesa area as well as at Sharp Rees-Stealy Clinics.\n\nHe attended medical school at Western University, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific....read moreNephrology
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Balboa Nephrology - La Mesa
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 50
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 1
hospital awardView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well - Recipient of 6
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
78%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home6% lower than the national average
68%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well8% lower than the national average
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