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Dr. Giora Katz, MD

Urologist

Harrisburg, PA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Katz, Urologist in Harrisburg, PA?

    Dr. Giora Katz, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Harrisburg, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years. Dr. Katz is fluent in English, Arabic, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office at (920) 320-6344.

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

    • Medical School: Hadassah Medical School, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem,Jerusalem, Israel

    What languages does Dr. Katz speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Hebrew

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:

    • 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:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Other Urination Difficulties
    • Urine and Urination
    • Micturition problems
    • Trouble peeing
    • Urinary difficulties
    • Problems with urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R39198: Other difficulties with micturition

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (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:

    • Urine Flow Test (Uroflowmetry)
    • Uroflowmetry
    • UFR test
    • Urinary flow rate test
    • Simple uroflow

    CPT Codes:

    • 51736: Simple uroflowmetry (UFR) (eg, stop-watch flow rate, mechanical uroflowmeter)

    Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (920) 320-6344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in Harrisburg, PA?

    Dr. Katz in Harrisburg, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Katz's office located?

    Dr. Giora Katz's Primary Practice

    815 Sir Thomas Ct Ste 200

    Harrisburg, PA 17109

    (920) 320-6344

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    Dr. Giora Katz's Practice 2

    620 Howard Ave

    Altoona, PA 16601

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    What hospitals are Dr. Katz affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Katz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Louis A. Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Center,Clarksburg, WV

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

    Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144338336.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?

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

    What is Dr. Giora Katz's specialty?

    Dr. Katz is an Urologist near Harrisburg, PA.

    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 Dr. Giora Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Katz is affiliated with Upmc Altoona which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see an Urologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Giora Katz accepting new patients in Harrisburg, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Giora Katz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Giora Katz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (920) 320-6344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Giora Katz?

    Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (920) 320-6344 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Katz's office located?

    Dr. Katz's offices are located in Harrisburg, PA and Altoona, PA.