Dr. Charles Kaplan, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Austell, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kaplan graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Urology; Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, General Surgery.
Dr. Kaplan is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaplan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaplan’s office at (770) 948-7228.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kaplan?
Dr. Charles Kaplan, 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. Kaplan empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Erectile Dysfunction, Incontinence-Male & Female, Penile Prostheses, Prostate Cancer, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Austell/GA community, Dr. Kaplan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kaplan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Urology; Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, General Surgery | Georgetown University
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kaplan board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Kaplan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Kaplan speak?
Dr. Kaplan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kaplan treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Kaplan 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. Kaplan. 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:
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:
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Prostatic Carcinoma
Prostate Gland Cancer
Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
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:
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:
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
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:
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:
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:
Other Types of Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Various forms of ED
Different causes of impotence
Other erection problems
ED
Impotence
Erection problems
Sexual dysfunction (male)
ICD-10 Codes:
N528: Other male erectile dysfunction
N5201: Erectile dysfunction due to arterial insufficiency
Also known as:
Testicular Hypofunction
Testicular Disorder
Underactive Testicles
Low Testicular Function
Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
Urinary Retention
Urine and Urination
Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
R338: Other retention of urine
Also known as:
Overactive Bladder
OAB
Urgency Incontinence
Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
Elevated Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure Reading
Prehypertension
Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
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:
Nutrition Counseling
Nutrition
Dietary advice
Nutritional guidance
Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
Scrotal Pain
Testicular Disorder
Pain in scrotum
Scrotum ache
Scrotal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
N5082: Scrotal pain
What procedures does Dr. Kaplan perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Kaplan 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. Kaplan. 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 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:
Bladder and Urethra Scope
Cystoscopy
Urethroscopy
Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
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)
52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)
52648: Laser vaporization of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, internal urethrotomy and transurethral resection of prostate are included if performed)
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:
Male Urinary Incontinence Sling Surgery
Male Urethral Sling
Incontinence Surgery Men
Bladder Control Sling
CPT Codes:
53440: Sling operation for correction of male urinary incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
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:
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:
Bladder and Urethra Exam with Small Lesion Treatment
Cystourethroscopy with Fulguration
Bladder Lesion Removal
Urethra Lesion Treatment
Cystoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
52224: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) or treatment of MINOR (less than 0.5 cm) lesion(s) with or without biopsy
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:
Prostate Implant for Urinary Flow
Transprostatic Implant Insertion
Cystourethroscopy with Prostate Stent
Adjustable Prostate Implant
Prostate Urethral Lift
CPT Codes:
52441: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of permanent adjustable transprostatic implant; single implant
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)
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:
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:
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:
Inflatable Penile Implant Surgery
Multi-component Penile Prosthesis
Erectile Dysfunction Implant
Penis Pump Implant
CPT Codes:
54405: Insertion of multi-component, inflatable penile prosthesis, including placement of pump, cylinders, and reservoir
52442: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of permanent adjustable transprostatic implant; each additional permanent adjustable transprostatic implant (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed
Also known as:
Injection for Erectile Dysfunction
Penile injection therapy
Intracavernosal injection
Papaverine injection
CPT Codes:
54235: Injection Of Corpora Cavernosa With Pharmacologic Agent(S) (Eg, Papaverine, Phentolamine)
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:
Hormone Pellet Implantation
Birth Control
Hormone Replacement Pellets
Estradiol Pellet Insertion
Testosterone Pellet Insertion
Bioidentical Hormone Pellets
CPT Codes:
11980: Subcutaneous hormone pellet implantation (implantation of estradiol and/or testosterone pellets beneath the skin)
Also known as:
Peripheral Nerve Block
Nerve injection
Pain relief injection
Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Kaplan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaplan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 948-7228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kaplan accept in Austell, GA?
Dr. Kaplan in Austell, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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What is Dr. Kaplan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kaplan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538261227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaplan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaplan
What is Dr. Charles Kaplan's specialty?
Dr. Kaplan is a Urologist near Austell, GA.
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. Kaplan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Kaplan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kaplan is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Northside Hospital Gwinnett which are a Castle Connolly
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The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the
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Is Charles Kaplan accepting new patients in Austell, GA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Kaplan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Kaplan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kaplan's office at (770) 948-7228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Kaplan?
Please contact Dr. Kaplan's office at (770) 948-7228 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Kaplan have?
Dr. Charles Kaplan is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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