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Dr. Kathleen Kobashi, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kobashi, Urologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Kathleen Kobashi, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kobashi graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Urology; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kobashi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kobashi’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kobashi’s office at (206) 223-6601.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kobashi?

    Dr. Kathleen Kobashi, 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. Kobashi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Incontinence-Male & Female, Kidney Stones, Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair, Robotic Surgery, Urogynecology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Kobashi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Urology; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    Is Dr. Kobashi board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Kobashi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Kobashi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kobashi treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Kobashi 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. Kobashi. 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:

    • Urge Urinary Incontinence
    • Mixed Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Urge Incontinence
    • Overactive Bladder
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate
    • Combined incontinence
    • Stress and urge incontinence
    • Dual incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3941: Urge incontinence
    • N3946: Mixed incontinence
    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    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:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    What procedures does Dr. Kobashi perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Kobashi 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. Kobashi. 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:

    • 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:

    • Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
    • Sphincter EMG
    • Anal Sphincter Electromyography
    • Urethral Sphincter EMG
    • Pelvic Floor Muscle Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique

    Also known as:

    • Sacral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
    • Sacral Neuromodulation
    • Bladder Stimulator Implant
    • Nerve Stimulator for Pelvic Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64561: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement) including image guidance, if performed

    Does Dr. Kobashi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kobashi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 223-6601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kobashi accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Kobashi in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • CMS

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Kobashi's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Kobashi's Primary Practice

    6560 Fannin St Ste 2100

    Houston, TX 77030

    (206) 223-6601

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    Dr. Kathleen Kobashi's Practice 2

    1100 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98101

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

    Dr. Kobashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528160132.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kobashi?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Kobashi's specialty?

    Dr. Kobashi is a Urologist near Houston, TX. 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. Kobashi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathleen Kobashi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kobashi is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital 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

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    Is Kathleen Kobashi accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Kobashi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Kobashi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kobashi's office at (206) 223-6601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Kobashi?

    Please contact Dr. Kobashi's office at (206) 223-6601 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Kobashi have?

    Dr. Kathleen Kobashi is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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