Dr. Shaya Taghechian, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Taghechian graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine.
Dr. Taghechian is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taghechian’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taghechian’s office at (770) 429-9100.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Taghechian?
Dr. Shaya Taghechian, 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. Taghechian empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Genitourinary Disorders, Incontinence-Male & Female, Kidney Stones, Men's Health, Prostate Benign Disease (BPH), Sexual Dysfunction-Male & Female, Vasectomy, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Marietta/GA community, Dr. Taghechian is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Taghechian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Taghechian speak?
Dr. Taghechian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Taghechian treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Taghechian 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. Taghechian. 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:
Urinary Tract Infection
UTI
Bladder infection
Kidney infection
Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
Overactive Bladder
OAB
Urgency Incontinence
Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
N3281: Overactive bladder
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 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:
Urge Urinary Incontinence
Mixed Urinary Incontinence
Stress Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Incontinence
Urge Incontinence
Overactive Bladder
Sudden Urge to Urinate
Combined incontinence
Stress and urge incontinence
Dual incontinence
Stress Incontinence
Leakage with Coughing
Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
N3941: Urge incontinence
N3946: Mixed incontinence
N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
Also known as:
Visible Blood in Urine
Asymptomatic Microscopic Blood in Urine
Microscopic Blood in Urine
Urine and Urination
Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
Gross hematuria
Macroscopic hematuria
Bloody pee
Hidden blood in urine without symptoms
Microscopic hematuria without symptoms
No symptoms blood in urine
Microscopic hematuria
Hidden blood in urine
Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
R310: Gross hematuria
R3121: Asymptomatic microscopic 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:
Testicular Hypofunction
Testicular Disorder
Underactive Testicles
Low Testicular Function
Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
Urinary Retention
Urine and Urination
Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
R338: Other retention of urine
Also known as:
Frequent Urination
Urine and Urination
Urinary frequency
Peeing often
Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
R350: Frequency of micturition
Also known as:
Interstitial Cystitis
Interstitial Cystitis (Bladder Pain Syndrome)
Bladder Pain Syndrome
Chronic Bladder Pain
Painful Bladder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
N3010: Interstitial cystitis (chronic) without hematuria
Also known as:
Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
ED
Impotence
Erection problems
Sexual dysfunction (male)
ICD-10 Codes:
N5201: Erectile dysfunction due to arterial insufficiency
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:
Painful Urination
Urine and Urination
Dysuria
Burning when peeing
Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
Sterilization Procedure
Tubal Ligation
Vasectomy
Permanent contraception
Tubal ligation
Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
Z302: Encounter for sterilization
What procedures does Dr. Taghechian perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Taghechian 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. Taghechian. 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:
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
Also known as:
Bladder and Urethra Scope
Cystoscopy
Urethroscopy
Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Complex Bladder Pressure Test
Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
Complex Cystometrogram
Voiding Pressure Study
Bladder Function Test with Pressure
Rectal Pressure Study
Gastric Pressure Test
Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
Sphincter EMG
Anal Sphincter Electromyography
Urethral Sphincter EMG
Pelvic Floor Muscle Test
CPT Codes:
51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique
Also known as:
Bladder or Urethra Implant Injection
Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
Bladder Neck Injection
Endoscopic Urethral Implant
CPT Codes:
51715: Endoscopic injection of implant material into the submucosal tissues of the urethra and/or bladder neck
52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder
Also known as:
Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
Foley catheter insertion
Indwelling bladder catheter placement
Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
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:
Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
Straight Catheterization
Intermittent Catheterization
Urine Retention Catheter
CPT Codes:
51701: Insertion of non-indwelling bladder catheter (eg, straight catheterization for residual urine)
51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
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:
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:
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:
Sacral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
Sacral Neuromodulation
Bladder Stimulator Implant
Nerve Stimulator for Pelvic Pain
CPT Codes:
64561: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement) including image guidance, if performed
Also known as:
Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
Nerve Stimulator Implant
Sacral Neuromodulation Device
Gastric Stimulator Placement
Peripheral Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Does Dr. Taghechian accept my insurance?
Dr. Taghechian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 429-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taghechian accept in Marietta, GA?
Dr. Taghechian in Marietta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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What is Dr. Taghechian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taghechian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053612101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taghechian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taghechian
What is Dr. Shaya Taghechian's specialty?
Dr. Taghechian is a Urologist near Marietta, GA.
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. Taghechian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shaya Taghechian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taghechian is affiliated with Northside Hospital Cherokee 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
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The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the
top 25% nationwide.
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Is Shaya Taghechian accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Shaya Taghechian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaya Taghechian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taghechian's office at (770) 429-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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