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Who is Dr. De Almeida Luz, Urologist in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Murilo De Almeida Luz, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. De Almeida Luz is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Almeida Luz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Almeida Luz’s office at (917) 763-5913.
What languages does Dr. De Almeida Luz speak?
Dr. De Almeida Luz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. De Almeida Luz typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. De Almeida Luz 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. De Almeida Luz. 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:
- 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 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:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
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:
- Long-term Estrogen-Affecting Medication Use
- Hormones
- Chronic estrogen therapy
- Taking estrogen modulators
- Long-term hormone treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79818: Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Unknown Site
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer of Unknown Primary
- Secondary Cancer, Unspecified Location
- Cancer of Unknown Origin
ICD-10 Codes:
- C799: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified site
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. De Almeida Luz typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. De Almeida Luz 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. De Almeida Luz. 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:
- 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:
- Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
- Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
- Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
- Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy
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
Does Dr. De Almeida Luz accept my insurance?
Dr. De Almeida Luz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 763-5913 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Almeida Luz accept in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. De Almeida Luz in Elmhurst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. De Almeida Luz's office located?
Dr. Murilo De Almeida Luz's Primary Practice
7901 Broadway
Elmhurst, NY 11373
(917) 763-5913
What is Dr. De Almeida Luz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Almeida Luz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821834029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Almeida Luz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Almeida Luz
What is Dr. Murilo De Almeida Luz's specialty?
Dr. De Almeida Luz is a Urologist near Elmhurst, NY.
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. Murilo De Almeida Luz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Almeida Luz is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst, Mount Sinai West, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Murilo De Almeida Luz accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?
No, Dr. Murilo De Almeida Luz is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Murilo De Almeida Luz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De Almeida Luz's office at (917) 763-5913 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Murilo De Almeida Luz?
Please contact Dr. De Almeida Luz's office at (917) 763-5913 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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