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Dr. Alan Shindel, MD

Dr. Alan Shindel, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shindel, Urologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Alan Shindel, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shindel graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis. Dr. Shindel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shindel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shindel’s office at (415) 476-1000.

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

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    What languages does Dr. Shindel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shindel treat?

    As a Urologist, Dr. Shindel 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. Shindel. 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:

    • Erectile Dysfunction
    • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
    • Impotence
    • ED
    • Erection problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified

    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:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate
    • Waking Up to Urinate at Night
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate
    • Urinary urgency
    • Urgent need to pee
    • Overactive bladder symptom
    • Nocturia
    • Nighttime urination
    • Frequent night peeing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition
    • R3915: Urgency of urination
    • R351: Nocturia

    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:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Hydrocele
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism
    • Fluid in scrotum
    • Scrotal swelling
    • Water on the testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction
    • N433: Hydrocele, unspecified

    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:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    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:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Scrotal Pain
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Pain in scrotum
    • Scrotum ache
    • Scrotal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N5082: Scrotal pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Penis Disorder
    • Penis Disorder
    • Various penile conditions
    • Unspecified penis problems
    • Penis abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N4889: Other specified disorders of penis

    Does Dr. Shindel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shindel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shindel accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Shindel in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shindel's office located?

    Dr. Alan Shindel's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 476-1000

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    Dr. Alan Shindel's Practice 2

    1001 Potrero Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94110

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    Dr. Alan Shindel's Practice 3

    4860 Y St Ste 2200

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (916) 734-2222

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

    Dr. Shindel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740375039.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shindel?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Shindel's specialty?

    Dr. Shindel is a Urologist near San Francisco, CA. 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. Shindel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alan Shindel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shindel is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Alan Shindel accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Shindel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Shindel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shindel's office at (415) 476-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alan Shindel?

    Please contact Dr. Shindel's office at (415) 476-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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