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Dr. Garo Tertzakian

Santa Ana, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tertzakian, Urologist in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Garo Tertzakian is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tertzakian graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Tertzakian is fluent in English, Arabic, and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tertzakian’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tertzakian’s office at (714) 480-0208.

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

    • Residency: UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India

    What languages does Dr. Tertzakian speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • Armenian

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tertzakian treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Tertzakian 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. Tertzakian. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Female Organ Prolapse
    • Genital Prolapse
    • Pelvic Organ Prolapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N819: Female genital prolapse, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary System Disorder
    • Bladder Disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • The Urinary Tract & How It Works
    • Urinary Tract Problem
    • Kidney and Bladder Issues
    • Urological Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N399: Disorder of urinary system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Erectile Dysfunction
    • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
    • Impotence
    • ED
    • Erection problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocele
    • Epididymitis
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Fluid in scrotum
    • Scrotal swelling
    • Water on the testicle
    • Inflamed epididymis
    • Epididymis infection
    • Swollen epididymis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
    • N451: Epididymitis

    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:

    • Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Hematuria
    • Bloody urine
    • Red urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R319: Hematuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Tertzakian perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Tertzakian 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. Tertzakian. 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:

    • Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
    • Stress Incontinence Sling
    • Urethral Sling Procedure
    • Bladder Sling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic Floor Mesh Insertion
    • Vaginal Mesh Repair
    • Pelvic Organ Prolapse Mesh Surgery
    • Pelvic Floor Prosthesis Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 57267: Insertion of mesh or other prosthesis for repair of pelvic floor defect, each site (anterior, posterior compartment), vaginal approach (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Vaginal Wall Repair for Prolapse
    • Vaginal Wall Repair with Enterocele Fix
    • Cystocele repair
    • Paravaginal defect surgery
    • Vaginal prolapse repair
    • Bladder prolapse surgery
    • Anterior and Posterior Colporrhaphy
    • Pelvic Floor Repair
    • Vaginal Prolapse Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57285: Paravaginal defect repair (including repair of cystocele, if performed); vaginal approach
    • 57265: Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed; with enterocele repair

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Prolapse Repair (Anterior Colporrhaphy)
    • Cystocele Repair
    • Urethrocele Repair
    • Vaginal Wall Repair for Prolapse

    CPT Codes:

    • 57240: Anterior colporrhaphy, repair of cystocele with or without repair of urethrocele, including cystourethroscopy, 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:

    • 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:

    • Foreskin Slitting Procedure
    • Dorsal Slit Procedure
    • Prepuce Incision
    • Foreskin Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 54001: Slitting of prepuce, dorsal or lateral (separate procedure); except newborn

    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:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Microwave Prostate Treatment
    • Transurethral Microwave Thermotherapy
    • TUMT
    • Prostate Microwave Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 53850: Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by microwave thermotherapy

    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)

    Does Dr. Tertzakian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tertzakian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 480-0208 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tertzakian accept in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Tertzakian in Santa Ana, 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

    • Alliant Techsystems

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tertzakian's office located?

    Dr. Garo Tertzakian's Primary Practice

    801 N Tustin Ave Ste 202

    Santa Ana, CA 92705

    (714) 480-0208

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    Dr. Garo Tertzakian's Practice 2

    1801 N Broadway

    Santa Ana, CA 92706

    (714) 639-1915

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

    Dr. Tertzakian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699786400.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tertzakian?

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

    What is Dr. Garo Tertzakian's specialty?

    Dr. Tertzakian is a Urologist near Santa Ana, 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. Tertzakian to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Garo Tertzakian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tertzakian is affiliated with Orange County Global Medical Center, UCI Health - Placentia Linda, UCI 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 Garo Tertzakian accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Garo Tertzakian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Garo Tertzakian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tertzakian's office at (714) 480-0208 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Garo Tertzakian?

    Please contact Dr. Tertzakian's office at (714) 480-0208 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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