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Dr. Michael Choi, MD

Urologist

Walnut Creek, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Choi, Urologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Michael Choi, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Choi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (925) 295-4000.

    Is Dr. Choi board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Choi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Choi speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:

    • 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 Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate
    • Bladder retention
    • Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    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:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 295-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Choi's office located?

    Dr. Michael Choi's Primary Practice

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (925) 295-4000

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    Dr. Michael Choi's Practice 2

    700 Lawrence Expy

    Santa Clara, CA 95051

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    Dr. Michael Choi's Practice 3

    7373 West Ln

    Stockton, CA 95210

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

    Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215015797.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Choi's specialty?

    Dr. Choi is an Urologist near Walnut Creek, 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. Michael Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Choi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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 Dr. Michael Choi accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Choi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Choi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (925) 295-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Choi?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (925) 295-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Choi's office located?

    Dr. Choi's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA, Santa Clara, CA, and Stockton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Choi have?

    Dr. Michael Choi is certified by the American Board of Urology.