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Who is Dr. Ponferrada, Urologist in Piqua, OH?
Dr. Virgilio Ponferrada, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Piqua, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ponferrada completed his residency at Akron City Hosp, Urology; St Thomas Hosp, General Surgery; St Thomas Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ponferrada is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponferrada’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponferrada’s office.
Where did Dr. Ponferrada go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Akron City Hosp, Urology; St Thomas Hosp, General Surgery; St Thomas Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
What languages does Dr. Ponferrada speak?
Dr. Ponferrada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Ponferrada typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Ponferrada 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. Ponferrada. 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:
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Stones
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Ponferrada typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Ponferrada 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. Ponferrada. 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:
- Urethra Widening Procedure
- Urethral Stricture Dilation
- Cystourethroscopy with Dilation
- Urethral Calibration
CPT Codes:
- 52281: Cystourethroscopy, with calibration and/or dilation of urethral stricture or stenosis, with or without meatotomy, with or without injection procedure for cystography, male or female
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
- ESWL
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Laser Vaporization of Prostate
- Laser prostatectomy
- GreenLight laser surgery
- PVP surgery
- Prostate laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Ponferrada accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponferrada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponferrada accept in Piqua, OH?
Dr. Ponferrada in Piqua, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ponferrada's office located?
What is Dr. Ponferrada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponferrada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356447759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponferrada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponferrada
What is Dr. Virgilio Ponferrada's specialty?
Dr. Ponferrada is a Urologist near Piqua, OH.
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. Virgilio Ponferrada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ponferrada is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Miami Valley Hospital, Wayne Healthcare. 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 Virgilio Ponferrada accepting new patients in Piqua, OH?
Yes, Dr. Virgilio Ponferrada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Virgilio Ponferrada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponferrada's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Virgilio Ponferrada?
Please contact Dr. Ponferrada's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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