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Who is Dr. Santamaria, Urologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Alvaro Santamaria, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Santamaria is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santamaria’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santamaria’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What languages does Dr. Santamaria speak?
Dr. Santamaria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Santamaria typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Santamaria 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. Santamaria. 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:
- 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:
- Peyronie's Disease
- Penis Disorder
- Penile Curvature (Peyronie's Disease)
- Penile curvature
- Bent penis
- Induration penis plastica
ICD-10 Codes:
- N486: Induration penis plastica
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Santamaria typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Santamaria 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. Santamaria. 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:
- Vasectomy
- Male Birth Control Surgery
- Male Sterilization Procedure
- Semen Analysis After Vasectomy
CPT Codes:
- 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)
Also known as:
- Injection for Peyronie's Disease
- Peyronie's Disease Injection Therapy
- Penile Curvature Injection
- Xiaflex Injection
CPT Codes:
- 54200: Injection Procedure For Peyronie Disease;
Also known as:
- Prostate Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Prostate
- Punch Biopsy of Prostate
- Prostate Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach
Also known as:
- Varicocele Removal or Vein Ligation
- Varicocelectomy
- Spermatic vein ligation
- Varicocele surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55530: Excision of varicocele or ligation of spermatic veins for varicocele; (separate procedure)
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 Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Does Dr. Santamaria accept my insurance?
Dr. Santamaria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santamaria accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Santamaria in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santamaria's office located?
Dr. Alvaro Santamaria's Primary Practice
2186 Geary Blvd Ste 214
San Francisco, CA 94115
(206) 520-5000
What is Dr. Santamaria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santamaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225560907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santamaria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santamaria
What is Dr. Alvaro Santamaria's specialty?
Dr. Santamaria is a Urologist near San Francisco, 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. Alvaro Santamaria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santamaria is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Novato Community 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 Alvaro Santamaria accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Santamaria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvaro Santamaria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santamaria's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Santamaria?
Please contact Dr. Santamaria's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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