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Dr. Michael Pignanelli, MD

Albany, NY

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pignanelli, Urologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Michael Pignanelli, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pignanelli is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pignanelli’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pignanelli’s office at (813) 259-8801.

    What languages does Dr. Pignanelli speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Pignanelli typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Pignanelli 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. Pignanelli. 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 here.

    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 Types of Erectile Dysfunction
    • Erectile Dysfunction
    • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
    • Various forms of ED
    • Different causes of impotence
    • Other erection problems
    • Impotence
    • ED
    • Erection problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N528: Other male erectile dysfunction
    • N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    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:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Other Birth Control Counseling
    • Birth Control
    • Additional contraceptive advice
    • General family planning discussion
    • Ongoing birth control counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Pignanelli typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Pignanelli 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. Pignanelli. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Varicocele Removal or Vein Ligation
    • Varicocelectomy
    • Spermatic vein ligation
    • Varicocele surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 55530: Excision of varicocele or ligation of spermatic veins for varicocele; (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Penile Angulation Correction Surgery
    • Penile Curvature Repair
    • Peyronie's Disease Surgery
    • Penile Straightening Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 54360: Plastic operation on penis to correct angulation

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocele Removal (One Side)
    • Hydrocele Excision
    • Fluid Sac Removal Testicle
    • Scrotal Swelling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 55040: Excision of hydrocele; unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate 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

    Also known as:

    • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
    • TURP Procedure
    • Prostate Resection Surgery
    • Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Pignanelli accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pignanelli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 259-8801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pignanelli accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Pignanelli in Albany, 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

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pignanelli's office located?

    Dr. Michael Pignanelli's Primary Practice

    43 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (813) 259-8801

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    Dr. Michael Pignanelli's Practice 2

    1769 Union St

    Schenectady, NY 12309

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

    Dr. Pignanelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881479186.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pignanelli?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Pignanelli's specialty?

    Dr. Pignanelli is a Urologist near Albany, 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. Michael Pignanelli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pignanelli is affiliated with Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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 Michael Pignanelli accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    No, Dr. Michael Pignanelli is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Pignanelli offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pignanelli's office at (813) 259-8801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Pignanelli?

    Please contact Dr. Pignanelli's office at (813) 259-8801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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