Dr. Edward Uchio, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Uchio completed his residency at University Of Wa School Of Med.
Dr. Uchio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uchio’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uchio’s office at (714) 456-6054.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Uchio?
Dr. Edward Uchio, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Uchio empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Kidney Cancer, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Prostate Cancer, Robotic Surgery, Urologic Cancer, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Orange/CA community, Dr. Uchio is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Uchio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Wa School Of Med
Is Dr. Uchio board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Uchio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Uchio speak?
Dr. Uchio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Uchio treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Uchio 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. Uchio. 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:
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:
Bladder Cancer
Urinary Bladder Cancer
Bladder Carcinoma
Bladder carcinoma
Urothelial bladder cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
C670: Malignant neoplasm of trigone of bladder
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:
Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
Kidney Disease
Ureteral Disorder
Kidney and Ureter Problems
Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
Urinary Tract Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Urologic Cancer
Genitourinary Cancer
Urinary System Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C689: Malignant neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified
Also known as:
Abnormal Findings on Scan of Other Urinary Organs
Unusual Urinary Organ Imaging
Atypical Urinary System Scan
Abnormal Urinary Tract Imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
R9349: Abnormal radiologic findings on diagnostic imaging of other urinary organs
Also known as:
Blood in Urine
Visible Blood in Urine
Urine and Urination
Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
Hematuria
Bloody urine
Red urine
Gross hematuria
Macroscopic hematuria
Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
R319: Hematuria, unspecified
R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
Other Bladder Disorder
Bladder Disease
Bladder Problems
Bladder Conditions
Urinary Bladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
N3289: Other specified disorders of bladder
Also known as:
Kidney Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Renal Cancer
Kidney Tumor
Renal Cell Carcinoma
Urinary Bladder Cancer
Bladder Tumor
Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
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:
Kidney Cancer
Renal cancer
Kidney carcinoma
Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
Other Male Genital Disorder
Various male reproductive problems
Specific male genital conditions
Male sex organ issues
ICD-10 Codes:
N5089: Other specified disorders of the male genital organs
Also known as:
Enlarged Prostate
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
BPH
Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
Bladder Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
Bladder Disease
Bladder Neoplasm
Bladder Growth
Unspecified Bladder Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
D494: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bladder
Also known as:
Swollen Kidney
Kidney Disease
Hydronephrosis
Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
Personal History of Other Drug Therapy
Past medication use
Previous drug treatment
History of other prescribed drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
Z9229: Personal history of other drug therapy
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
What procedures does Dr. Uchio perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Uchio 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. Uchio. 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:
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:
Bladder Tumor Removal (Large Size)
Bladder Tumor Removal (Medium Size)
Cystoscopy with Large Bladder Tumor Resection
Large Bladder Tumor Fulguration
Laser Removal of Large Bladder Tumor
Cystoscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
Bladder Tumor Fulguration
Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
CPT Codes:
52240: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; LARGE bladder tumor(s)
52235: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor(s) (2.0 to 5.0 cm)
51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
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 and Urethra Exam with Small Lesion Treatment
Cystourethroscopy with Fulguration
Bladder Lesion Removal
Urethra Lesion Treatment
Cystoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
52224: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) or treatment of MINOR (less than 0.5 cm) lesion(s) with or without biopsy
Also known as:
Bladder and Urethra Scope with Biopsy
Cystoscopy with Biopsy
Urethroscopy with Biopsy
Bladder Biopsy
CPT Codes:
52204: Cystourethroscopy, with biopsy(s)
Also known as:
Bladder Scope with Clot Removal
Cystourethroscopy with clot evacuation
Bladder clot irrigation
Removal of blood clots from bladder
CPT Codes:
52001: Cystourethroscopy with irrigation and evacuation of multiple obstructing clots
Also known as:
Bladder Stone Removal
Litholapaxy
Bladder Stone Crushing
Cystolitholapaxy
CPT Codes:
52317: Litholapaxy: crushing or fragmentation of calculus by any means in bladder and removal of fragments; simple or small (less than 2.5 cm)
Also known as:
Scope to Remove Kidney or Ureter Tumor
Ureteroscopy with Tumor Resection
Pyeloscopy with Tumor Removal
Cystourethroscopy with Tumor Removal
Kidney Tumor Scope Surgery
CPT Codes:
52355: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with resection of ureteral or renal pelvic tumor
Also known as:
Bladder Scope with Ureter/Kidney Biopsy and Treatment
Ureteroscopy with biopsy
Pyeloscopy with fulguration
Ureteral lesion removal via scope
CPT Codes:
52354: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with biopsy and/or fulguration of ureteral or renal pelvic lesion
Also known as:
Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
Foley catheter insertion
Indwelling bladder catheter placement
Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
Also known as:
Bladder & Urethra Lesion Removal
Cystoscopy with Fulguration
Bladder Neck Surgery
Urethral Lesion Treatment
Laser Treatment for Bladder
CPT Codes:
52214: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) of trigone, bladder neck, prostatic fossa, urethra, or periurethral glands
Also known as:
Bladder Stone Crushing and Removal (Large/Complex)
Litholapaxy (large stone)
Cystolitholapaxy
Bladder stone fragmentation
Removal of large bladder calculus
CPT Codes:
52318: Litholapaxy: crushing or fragmentation of calculus by any means in bladder and removal of fragments; complicated or large (over 2.5 cm)
52500: Transurethral resection of bladder neck (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Prostate Seed Implants (Brachytherapy)
Prostate Cryosurgery
Prostate Cancer Treatment with HIFU
Prostate Brachytherapy
Interstitial Radioelement Application
Prostate Radiation Seed Placement
Cryoablation of Prostate
Freezing Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cryotherapy
HIFU for Prostate Cancer
High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Prostate
Prostate Ablation
Transrectal HIFU
CPT Codes:
55875: Transperineal placement of needles or catheters into prostate for interstitial radioelement application, with or without cystoscopy
55873: Cryosurgical ablation of the prostate (includes ultrasonic guidance and monitoring)
55880: Ablation of malignant prostate tissue, transrectal, with high intensity-focused ultrasound (HIFU), including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
Prostate Spacer Injection
Periprostatic Injection
Biodegradable Prostate Implant
Prostate Radiation Protection Injection
CPT Codes:
55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed
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
Also known as:
Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
Prostate fiducial marker insertion
Radiation therapy guidance markers
Prostate dosimeter placement
Needle placement for prostate radiation
CPT Codes:
55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
Also known as:
Peripheral Nerve Block
Nerve injection
Pain relief injection
Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Uchio accept my insurance?
Dr. Uchio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-6054 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uchio accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Uchio in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Uchio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uchio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588648570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uchio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uchio
What is Dr. Edward Uchio's specialty?
Dr. Uchio is a Urologist near Orange, 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. Uchio to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Uchio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uchio is affiliated with UCI Medical Center 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 Edward Uchio accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Uchio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Uchio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uchio's office at (714) 456-6054 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Uchio?
Please contact Dr. Uchio's office at (714) 456-6054 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Uchio have?
Dr. Edward Uchio is certified by the American Board of Urology.