Dr. Claire Yang, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Yang graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Neurology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Urology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Urology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, General Surgery.
Dr. Yang is fluent in English, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yang’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yang’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yang?
Dr. Claire Yang, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yang empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Kidney Stones, Neuro-Urology, Sexual Dysfunction, Voiding Dysfunction, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Yang is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Dept. of Urology, Byron Joyner, MD
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Neurology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Urology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Urology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Of Wa School Of Med | Bowman Gray School Of Medicine Of Wake Forest Univeristy
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Yang board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Claire Yang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology , American Board of Urology since 1999
What languages does Dr. Yang speak?
Dr. Yang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
What conditions does Dr. Yang treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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.
Also known as:
Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
Bladder Disease
Neurogenic Bladder
Bladder Control Issues
Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
Kidney Stones
Ureter Stone
Kidney and Ureter Stones
Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
Ureteral Disorder
Kidney Disease
Renal Calculi
Nephrolithiasis
Kidney Calculi
Ureteral Calculus
Renal and Ureteral Calculi
Hydronephrosis due to Stones
Kidney Stone Obstruction
Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
N200: Calculus of kidney
N201: Calculus of ureter
N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
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:
Overactive Bladder
OAB
Urgency Incontinence
Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
Urological Device Fitting
Bladder Device Adjustment
Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
Bladder Nerve or Muscle Dysfunction
Bladder Disease
Neuromuscular Bladder Disorder
Bladder Control Problems
Bladder Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
N318: Other neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder
Also known as:
Urge Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Incontinence
Urge Incontinence
Overactive Bladder
Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
Acute Bladder Infection
Urinary Tract Infection
Bladder Disease
Acute Cystitis
Sudden Bladder Infection
UTI
Bladder infection
Kidney infection
Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
Gender Dysphoria
Gender incongruence
Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
Bladder Stones
Bladder Disease
Vesical Calculi
Bladder Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
N210: Calculus in bladder
Also known as:
Pelvic and Perineal Pain
Pelvic Pain
Perineum pain
Pelvic floor pain
Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
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:
Frequent Urination
Urine and Urination
Urinary frequency
Peeing often
Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
R350: Frequency of micturition
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 Dr. Yang perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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.
Also known as:
Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
Bladder Tube Replacement
Suprapubic Catheter Change
Cystostomy Maintenance
CPT Codes:
51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple
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:
Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
Bladder Stone Removal
Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
Bladder scope for stones
Kidney stone breaking with stent
Ureteral stent placement for stones
Litholapaxy
Bladder Stone Crushing
Cystolitholapaxy
CPT Codes:
52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
52317: Litholapaxy: crushing or fragmentation of calculus by any means in bladder and removal of fragments; simple or small (less than 2.5 cm)
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)
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:
Complex Bladder Pressure Test
Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
Complex Cystometrogram
Voiding Pressure Study
Bladder Function Test with Pressure
Rectal Pressure Study
Gastric Pressure Test
Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary 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
51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography
Also known as:
Bladder Opening with Drainage (Cystostomy)
Cystostomy
Cystotomy with Drainage
Surgical Bladder Drainage
CPT Codes:
51040: Cystostomy, cystotomy with drainage
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:
Testicle Removal Surgery
Orchiectomy
Testicular Removal
Testicle Surgery
CPT Codes:
54520: Orchiectomy, simple (including subcapsular), with or without testicular prosthesis, scrotal or inguinal approach
Does Dr. Yang accept my insurance?
Dr. Yang 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. Yang accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Yang in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Yang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245342419.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yang
What is Dr. Claire Yang's specialty?
Dr. Yang is a Urologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Contact Dr. Yang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Claire Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Harborview Medical Center.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Claire Yang accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Claire Yang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claire Yang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claire Yang?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Claire Yang have?
Dr. Claire Yang is certified by the American Board of Urology.