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Dr. Howard Frydman, MD

Dr. Howard Frydman, MD

Urologist

Burbank, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frydman, Urologist in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Howard Frydman, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA. Dr. Frydman graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. Dr. Frydman is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frydman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frydman’s office at (818) 841-6055.

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

    • Residency: Mount Sinai Beth Israel | Albert Einstein College Of Medicine | Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Frydman speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Spanish

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Frydman 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. Frydman. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Weak Urine Stream
    • Urine and Urination
    • Poor urinary stream
    • Slow urine flow
    • Difficulty peeing
    • Trouble starting urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3912: Poor urinary stream

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    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

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Frydman 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. Frydman. 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:

    • Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
    • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
    • ESWL
    • Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
    • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
    • Bladder scope for stones
    • Kidney stone breaking with stent
    • Ureteral stent placement for stones

    CPT Codes:

    • 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
    • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Release for Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
    • Ureterolysis
    • Ureter Repositioning
    • Release of Ureter from Scar Tissue

    CPT Codes:

    • 50715: Ureterolysis, with or without repositioning of ureter for retroperitoneal fibrosis

    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:

    • 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:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Does Dr. Frydman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frydman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 841-6055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frydman accept in Burbank, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Frydman's office located?

    Dr. Howard Frydman's Primary Practice

    2625 W Alameda Ave Ste 400

    Burbank, CA 91505

    (818) 841-6055

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

    Dr. Frydman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831166461.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frydman?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Frydman's specialty?

    Dr. Frydman is an Urologist near Burbank, 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 Dr. Howard Frydman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frydman is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Adventist Health Glendale, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center 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 Dr. Howard Frydman accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Frydman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Frydman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frydman's office at (818) 841-6055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Frydman?

    Please contact Dr. Frydman's office at (818) 841-6055 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Frydman's office located?

    Dr. Frydman's office is located in Burbank, CA.