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Dr. Valerie Burkhard, MD

Dr. Valerie Burkhard, MD

Williamsville, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burkhard, Urologist in Williamsville, NY?

    Dr. Valerie Burkhard, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Williamsville, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Burkhard completed her residency at SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the AMERICAN UROLOGIC ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, and SOCIETY OF WOMEN IN UROLOGY. Dr. Burkhard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burkhard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burkhard’s office at (716) 630-1050.

    Where did Dr. Burkhard go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals | SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals

    Is Dr. Burkhard board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Burkhard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Burkhard speak?

    Dr. Burkhard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Burkhard typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Burkhard 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. Burkhard. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    Also known as:

    • Microscopic Blood in Urine
    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Microscopic hematuria
    • Hidden blood in urine
    • Invisible blood in pee
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urge Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity
    • Urge Incontinence
    • Overactive Bladder
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
    • N3941: Urge incontinence

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Burkhard typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Burkhard performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Burkhard. 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:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Injection for Overactivity
    • Bladder Chemodenervation
    • Botox for Bladder
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
    • Overactive Bladder Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
    • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
    • Bladder scope for stones
    • Kidney stone breaking with stent
    • Ureteral stent placement for stones

    CPT Codes:

    • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
    • Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
    • Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
    • Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple

    Also known as:

    • Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
    • Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
    • Double-J stent insertion
    • Gibbons stent placement
    • Kidney stent placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
    • Intravesical Chemotherapy
    • Bladder Drug Instillation
    • Anticancer Bladder Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)

    Does Dr. Burkhard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burkhard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 630-1050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burkhard accept in Williamsville, NY?

    Dr. Burkhard in Williamsville, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Burkhard's office located?

    Dr. Valerie Burkhard's Primary Practice

    295 Essjay Rd

    Williamsville, NY 14221

    (716) 630-1050

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    Dr. Valerie Burkhard's Practice 2

    85 High St

    Buffalo, NY 14203

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    Dr. Valerie Burkhard's Practice 3

    500 Sterling Dr

    Orchard Park, NY 14127

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN UROLOGIC ASSOCIATION

    Member

    AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

    Member

    SOCIETY OF WOMEN IN UROLOGY

    Member

    What is Dr. Burkhard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Burkhard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275709164.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burkhard?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burkhard

    What is Dr. Valerie Burkhard's specialty?

    Dr. Burkhard is a Urologist near Williamsville, NY.

    What does an Urologist do?

    A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.

    Is this Dr. Valerie Burkhard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burkhard is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Olean General 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

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    Is Valerie Burkhard accepting new patients in Williamsville, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Burkhard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valerie Burkhard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burkhard's office at (716) 630-1050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Valerie Burkhard?

    Please contact Dr. Burkhard's office at (716) 630-1050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Valerie Burkhard have?

    Dr. Valerie Burkhard is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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