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Dr. Brett Carswell, MD

Cambridge, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carswell, Urologist in Cambridge, MA?

    Dr. Brett Carswell, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Carswell is fluent in English, Albanian, Chinese, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), Polish, and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carswell’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carswell’s office at (508) 368-3183.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Carswell?

    Dr. Brett Carswell, 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. Carswell empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Prostate Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cambridge/MA community, Dr. Carswell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      What languages does Dr. Carswell speak?

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

      • Albanian

      • Chinese

      • English

      • French

      • Greek, Modern (1453-)

      • Polish

      • Portuguese

      What conditions does Dr. Carswell treat?

      As an Urologist, Dr. Carswell 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. Carswell. 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:

      • Kidney Stones
      • Ureter Stone
      • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
      • Ureteral Disorder
      • Kidney Disease
      • Renal Calculi
      • Nephrolithiasis
      • Kidney Calculi
      • Ureteral Calculus
      • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
      • Kidney Stone Obstruction
      • Ureteral Stone Blockage

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N200: Calculus of kidney
      • N201: Calculus of ureter
      • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

      Also known as:

      • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
      • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
      • Pre-op blood work
      • Lab tests before surgery
      • Pre-treatment lab assessment
      • Various pre-op checks
      • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
      • Other pre-treatment assessments

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
      • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

      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:

      • 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:

      • Bladder Cancer
      • Urinary Bladder Cancer
      • Bladder Carcinoma

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Personal History of Bladder Cancer
      • Bladder Cancer
      • Past bladder cancer
      • Previous urinary bladder malignancy
      • History of bladder tumor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder

      Also known as:

      • Blood Typing
      • Blood
      • Blood Group Test
      • ABO Typing
      • Rh Factor Test

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z0183: Encounter for blood typing

      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

      What procedures does Dr. Carswell perform?

      As an Urologist, Dr. Carswell 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. Carswell. 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:

      • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
      • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
      • Bladder scope for stones
      • Kidney stone breaking with stent
      • Ureteral stent placement for stones

      CPT Codes:

      • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

      Also known as:

      • Bladder Tumor Removal (Medium Size)
      • Bladder Tumor Removal (Large Size)
      • Cystoscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
      • Bladder Tumor Fulguration
      • Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
      • Cystoscopy with Large Bladder Tumor Resection
      • Large Bladder Tumor Fulguration
      • Laser Removal of Large Bladder Tumor

      CPT Codes:

      • 52235: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor(s) (2.0 to 5.0 cm)
      • 52240: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; LARGE bladder tumor(s)

      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 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 and Urethra Scope
      • Cystoscopy
      • Urethroscopy
      • Bladder scope procedure

      CPT Codes:

      • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
      • Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy
      • TURP Procedure
      • Prostate Resection Surgery
      • Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
      • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery
      • Minimally Invasive Prostate Removal
      • Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery
      • Nerve-Sparing Prostatectomy

      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)
      • 55866: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, retropubic radical, including nerve sparing, includes robotic assistance, when performed

      Also known as:

      • Laparoscopic Simple Prostatectomy (Robotic Assisted)
      • Robotic Simple Prostatectomy
      • Keyhole Prostate Removal
      • Subtotal Prostatectomy Laparoscopic

      CPT Codes:

      • 55867: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, simple subtotal (including control of postoperative bleeding, vasectomy, meatotomy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy), includes robotic assistance, when performed

      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

      Does Dr. Carswell accept my insurance?

      Dr. Carswell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 368-3183 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Carswell accept in Cambridge, MA?

      Dr. Carswell in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Aetna

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • CMS

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Express Scripts

      • Medicare

      • State of Tennessee

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      Where is Dr. Carswell's office located?

      Dr. Brett Carswell's Primary Practice

      300 Mount Auburn St Ste 302

      Cambridge, MA 02138

      (508) 368-3183

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      Dr. Brett Carswell's Practice 2

      20 Major Taylor Blvd Ste 210

      Worcester, MA 01608

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      Dr. Brett Carswell's Practice 3

      630 Plantation St

      Worcester, MA 01605

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

      Dr. Carswell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669451464.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carswell?

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

      What is Dr. Brett Carswell's specialty?

      Dr. Carswell is a Urologist near Cambridge, MA. 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. Carswell to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Brett Carswell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Carswell is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, MA 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 Brett Carswell accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?

      Yes, Dr. Brett Carswell is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Brett Carswell offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Carswell's office at (508) 368-3183 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Brett Carswell?

      Please contact Dr. Carswell's office at (508) 368-3183 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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