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. 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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Urologist like Dr. Shindel typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
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:
- 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:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
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]
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Shindel typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Shindel 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- PTNS
- Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- Tibial Neuromodulation
- Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation
CPT Codes:
- 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming
Also known as:
- Hormone Pellet Implantation
- Birth Control
- Hormone Replacement Pellets
- Estradiol Pellet Insertion
- Testosterone Pellet Insertion
- Bioidentical Hormone Pellets
CPT Codes:
- 11980: Subcutaneous hormone pellet implantation (implantation of estradiol and/or testosterone pellets beneath the skin)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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. Alan Shindel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shindel is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Marinhealth Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 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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