Kiddo

        Kidneys

THE DOCTOR IS IN.

See a board-certified pediatric nephrologist in

 days    

Based in SAN ANTONIO and providing care to all of TEXAS

Imagine seeing your child's kidney doctor

without insurance restrictions.

We can offer you that.

At Kiddo Kidneys, we provide nephrology doctor visits in San Antonio and telemedicine visits throughout Texas for patients 0-22 years of age.

Please note: We are unable to provide care for pregnant patients.

We've simplified our medical practice

Because life is complicated enough.

That means no
referral needed
waitlist
difficulty reaching your doctor
rushed appointments
surprise bills

JUST AN

IMPROVED

PATIENT EXPERIENCE

Here you’ll find

Fast Scheduling

See a board-certified pediatric nephrologist without delay. No referral or insurance approval needed.

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Thorough Visits

Your doctor will spend up to 90 minutes with you at your first visit in order to thoroughly understand your child’s condition.

Follow up visits may last up to 45 minutes.

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Concierge Access

Call or text your child’s specialist directly.

No need to sit in traffic. Schedule an in-home visit.

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The Direct Care 

difference

Kiddo Kidneys is a direct care clinic. Families choose between either paying the clinic a monthly membership rate or a fee per visit.

In return, we give our patients the personalized attention they deserve.

Your specialist will never bill your insurance for your visit, so your child will get prompt care no matter what insurance you have (or don’t have!).

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Protein or Blood in Urine
Nephrotic Syndrome
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Stones
Electrolyte Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease
Cysts in Kidneys
Genetic Kidney Disease
Single Kidney

Conditions We Treat

Don’t see your child’s condition? Contact us!

straight-forward

Plans & Pricing

Meet and Greet

  • Meet the specialist (Dr. Hug) for a 10 minute phone or video call to find out if our clinic is a good fit for you.

Free

First Appointment

  • Physician review of medical records prior to appointment (up to 90 minutes)

  • Appointment with Physician for up to 90 minutes

  • Your choice of location:

    • Home visit (free if < 5 miles away)

    • Clinic visit

    • Virtual visit (if appropriate, i.e. non local patients)

  • Detailed Action Plan after your visit

  • Prompt, direct access to your specialist via text, email or phone for 30 days post- visit

  • Communication with your child’s primary care provider after your visit

  • Coordination of care (up to 30 days post-visit) in the event of hospitalization for a kidney condition

  • Discounted labs at CPL

  • Access to in-person testing for genetic kidney conditions (additional cost may apply)

  • HSA/FSA Reimbursement-ready invoice available

$500 One-Time

Reduced fee of $250 for patients of Dr. Hug’s previous clinic

Then choose what’s best for you

Pay Per Visit

Best for patients who need 2 or fewer visits per year and minimal to no communication between visits

  • Up to 45 minute visit with Physician

  • Your choice of location:

    • Home visit (free if < 5 miles away)

    • Clinic visit

    • Virtual visit (if appropriate)

  • One phone call within 30 days after each visit to discuss additional results

  • Direct access to your specialist during business hours

  • Access to genetic testing for inheritable kidney conditions (follow up visit required; additional cost for testing may apply)

  • Detailed Action Plan after your visit

  • Communication with your child’s primary care provider after your visit

  • Discounted labs at CPL

  • HSA/FSA Reimbursement-ready invoice available

Kiddo Kidneys Membership

Best for patients who need 3+ visits per year or who need frequent communication with their specialist

  • Priority scheduling for visits

  • Up to 45 minute visits with Physician as often as medically necessary

  • Your choice of location:

    • Home visit (free if < 5 miles away)

    • Clinic visit

    • Virtual visit (if appropriate)

  • 24/7 direct access to your specialist via text or phone

  • Prescription refills

  • Medication authorizations

  • Coordination of care in the event of hospitalization for a kidney condition

  • Access to genetic testing for inheritable kidney conditions (additional cost for testing may apply)

  • Assistance with school/work forms

  • Detailed Action Plan after each visit

  • Communication with your child’s primary care provider after each visit

  • Discounted labs at CPL

  • HSA/FSA Reimbursement-ready invoice available

$200/Month

Minimum 2 month commitment

$250/Visit

Home Visits

Pricing is in addition to the cost of membership or visit.

Distance from Landa Branch Library

< 5.0 miles: Free

5.0 - 10.0 miles: $100

10.1 - 15.0 miles: $150

15.1 - 20.0 miles: $200

> 20.0 miles: Please contact us to discuss

Hi, I’m

 Dr. Hug.

I’m glad you’re here.

I founded Kiddo Kidneys because I enjoy visiting with and educating my patients in a relaxed atmosphere. With insurance-based care, patient visits are typically crammed into short slots, leaving little time for specialists to listen to their patients, let alone to answer their questions.

I believe you and your child deserve better. 

My goal is to provide excellent nephrology care to kiddos and young adults in unhurried visits- and without the red tape of insurance.

Doing so will allow me to build a relationship with you and your child, address your concerns and thoroughly explain my treatment recommendations. Isn’t that how doctor visits are supposed to work anyway? 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Better Access, Easier Communication, No Surprise Bills

    With direct care, you pay for your doctor visit by paying the clinic directly, cutting out the middle man of insurance. You do not need a referral, and you can see the doctor regardless of which insurance you have (or don’t have). Patients can directly email, call or text Dr. Hug using our secure, HIPAA compliant phone app.

    Unlike in a traditional insurance-based system, with direct care you will have a doctor who is always familiar with your medical history, providing personalized and consistent care. This lends itself to a better patient experience.

    Dr. Hug can also see you from the comfort of your home. Telemedicine visits are available. In-home visits are also available (free if located < 5 miles from Landa Branch Library).

    Direct care has transparent pricing. There are no hidden fees, ensuring you can access the care you need without unexpected financial burdens.

  • Not at all! After your first appointment, you can decide if you’d like to either become a member (unlimited visits included in price) or pay for each follow up visit individually.

    We recommend the latter option for patients who need to be seen twice per year or less, and who need minimal to no communication between visits.

  • Yes, you can switch. Please be aware that membership requires a minimum 2 month commitment. If you cancel your membership and later re-enroll in the membership, another 2 month commitment will apply.

  • First Visit ($500)

    A non-refundable $250 deposit is due at the time of booking. The remaining $250 will be billed at the end of your appointment.

    Membership ($250/Month)

    You will be automatically billed $250 on the first day of each month.

    Non-Member Follow Up ($300/Visit)

    A non-refundable $150 deposit is due at the time of booking. The remaining $150 will be billed at the end of your appointment.

    We accept the following forms of payment: ***

    Zelle

    ACH/Direct Bank Transfer

    Credit Card

  • No, there are no cancellation or rescheduling fees.

    Out of respect for the doctor’s time, we ask that you please notify her at least 24 hours before your appointment if you need to cancel or reschedule.

    We require 30 days written notice for membership cancelations, in order to prevent being billed for the next month.

  • Yes! We urge you to keep your health insurance to cover emergency care, hospitalizations, procedures and/or surgeries. You may also need health insurance in order to pay for services provided by other facilities (i.e. labs, imaging, medications, other physician offices).

  • At least 2 business days before your first appointment, please upload any relevant prior medical records to our secure, user-friendly Patient Portal. Alternatively you can email your records to support@kiddokidneys.com or fax your records to 210-761-6041.

    Lab and imaging results for studies ordered by Dr. Hug should be automatically sent to her by the lab/imaging facility.

  • We have negotiated rates with Clinical Pathology Laboratories (CPL) for labwork. See our prices HERE. You will be billed by Kiddo Kidneys for these labs/imaging instead of being billed by a third party.

    If you prefer to use a different lab or imaging facility, we cannot offer you a discounted rate and you will be billed by a third party.

  • We can offer need-based discounts on a very limited basis. We hope to offer more in the future.

  • Yes, you can! Please contact us to schedule a free 10 minute Meet and Greet with Dr. Hug. During that time you will find out together if Kiddo Kidneys is a good fit for you.

  • Please check with your employer’s human resources department to see if your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Savings Account (FSA) can be used for your membership. If they can be used, we are happy to provide you with an invoice so you can request reimbursement.

  • Kiddo Kidneys members can avoid the need for some appointments altogether by sending their questions directly to Dr. Hug via phone, text or email. We've also negotiated lower prices for many blood tests and imaging on your behalf.

Let’s put your child’s health back in

your hands.

Contact us to schedule a meet and greet with Dr. Hug to learn more.