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20 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Schachter, Urologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Lee Schachter, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Schachter graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Schachter is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schachter’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schachter’s office at (215) 517-1100.
Where did Dr. Schachter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Schachter board certified in Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Lee Schachter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Schachter speak?
Dr. Schachter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Schachter treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Schachter 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. Schachter. 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:
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R351: Nocturia
- R350: Frequency of micturition
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:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Stones
- History of Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Past kidney stones
- Previous urinary stones
- History of renal calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- Z87442: Personal history of urinary calculi
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
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:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
- R338: Other retention of urine
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Right Kidney
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Left Kidney
- Kidney Cancer
- Indeterminate right kidney mass
- Right kidney tumor of unknown nature
- Right kidney neoplasm of uncertain behavior
- Indeterminate left kidney mass
- Left kidney tumor of unknown nature
- Left kidney neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4101: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of right kidney
- D4102: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of left kidney
Also known as:
- History of prostate cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Past prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer survivor
- Previous prostatic malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
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:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- ED
- Impotence
- Erection problems
- Sexual dysfunction (male)
ICD-10 Codes:
- N5231: Erectile dysfunction following radical prostatectomy
Also known as:
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Schachter perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lee Schachter may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schachter's office.
Does Dr. Schachter accept my insurance?
Dr. Schachter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 517-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schachter accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Schachter in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schachter's office located?
Dr. Lee Schachter's Primary Practice
8815 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 517-1100
What is Dr. Schachter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schachter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659328920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schachter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schachter
What is Dr. Lee Schachter's specialty?
Dr. Schachter is a Urologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Schachter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lee Schachter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schachter is affiliated with Jefferson Abington Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital 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 Lee Schachter accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Lee Schachter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lee Schachter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schachter's office at (215) 517-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lee Schachter?
Please contact Dr. Schachter's office at (215) 517-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Schachter have?
Dr. Lee Schachter is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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