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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yamaguchi, Urologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Yuka Yamaguchi, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yamaguchi is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamaguchi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamaguchi’s office at (650) 853-2988.
What languages does Dr. Yamaguchi speak?
Dr. Yamaguchi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Yamaguchi typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Yamaguchi 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. Yamaguchi. 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.
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate
- Bladder retention
- Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Yamaguchi typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Yamaguchi 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. Yamaguchi. 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.
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 and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
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:
- Diagnostic Bladder and Urinary Tract Scope
- Cystourethroscopy
- Ureteroscopy
- Pyeloscopy
- Urinary Tract Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 52351: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
- Foley catheter insertion
- Indwelling bladder catheter placement
- Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
Does Dr. Yamaguchi accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamaguchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2988 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamaguchi accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Yamaguchi in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yamaguchi's office located?
Dr. Yuka Yamaguchi's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2988
What is Dr. Yamaguchi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamaguchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114192119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamaguchi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamaguchi
What is Dr. Yuka Yamaguchi's specialty?
Dr. Yamaguchi is a Urologist near Palo Alto, CA.
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. Yuka Yamaguchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yamaguchi is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sequoia Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Novato Community Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center 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 Yuka Yamaguchi accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yuka Yamaguchi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuka Yamaguchi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamaguchi's office at (650) 853-2988 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuka Yamaguchi?
Please contact Dr. Yamaguchi's office at (650) 853-2988 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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