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Dr. Charles Shapiro, MD

Dr. Charles Shapiro, MD

Los Angeles, CA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shapiro, Urologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Charles Shapiro, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Shapiro graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Urology; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shapiro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (323) 783-4011.

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

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Urology; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Stanford University Hospital | Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shapiro board certified in Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Shapiro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Shapiro speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shapiro treat?

    As a Urologist, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Other Urination Difficulties
    • Urine and Urination
    • Micturition problems
    • Trouble peeing
    • Urinary difficulties
    • Problems with urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R39198: Other difficulties with micturition

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    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 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

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 783-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Shapiro in Los Angeles, 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

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?

    Dr. Charles Shapiro's Primary Practice

    4900 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 783-4011

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    Dr. Charles Shapiro's Practice 2

    2169 South Ave

    South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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

    Dr. Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487725412.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shapiro?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Shapiro's specialty?

    Dr. Shapiro is a Urologist near Los Angeles, 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. Shapiro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shapiro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Los Angeles Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Charles Shapiro accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Shapiro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (323) 783-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Shapiro?

    Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (323) 783-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Shapiro have?

    Dr. Charles Shapiro is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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