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Dr. Lee Zhao, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zhao, Urologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Lee Zhao, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhao’s office at (312) 493-1636.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zhao?

    Dr. Lee Zhao, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Zhao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Erectile Dysfunction, Gender Affirmation Surgery, Genitourinary Reconstruction, Incontinence-Urinary, Urethral Stricture, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Zhao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Zhao speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Ureter
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Stricture
    • Narrowed Ureter
    • Ureter Obstruction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N135: Crossing vessel and stricture of ureter without hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Urethral Stricture (Male)
    • Male Bulbous Urethra Narrowing
    • Urethral Disorder
    • Narrowing of Urethra Male
    • Male Urethral Blockage
    • Male Urethral Scarring
    • Male Bulbous Stricture
    • Bulbar Urethral Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N35914: Unspecified anterior urethral stricture, male
    • N35812: Other bulbous urethral stricture, male
    • N35814: Other anterior urethral stricture, male

    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:

    • Abnormal Urethra Connection
    • Fistulas
    • Urethral Disorder
    • Urethral Fistula
    • Urethra Leak
    • Abnormal Opening in Urethra

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N360: Urethral fistula

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bladder Opening
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urethral Disorder
    • Bladder Outlet Obstruction
    • Bladder Neck Blockage
    • Urethral Obstruction at Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N320: Bladder-neck obstruction

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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 here.

    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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Male Urethra Reconstruction (One Stage)
    • Male Urethroplasty
    • Urethral Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Urethra Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 53410: Urethroplasty, 1-stage reconstruction of male anterior urethra

    Also known as:

    • Urethra Widening Procedure
    • Urethral Stricture Dilation
    • Cystourethroscopy with Dilation
    • Urethral Calibration

    CPT Codes:

    • 52281: Cystourethroscopy, with calibration and/or dilation of urethral stricture or stenosis, with or without meatotomy, with or without injection procedure for cystography, male or female

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Ureter Re-implantation with Stent
    • Endoscopy
    • Laparoscopic Ureteroneocystostomy
    • Ureter Re-implantation (Laparoscopic)
    • Cystoscopy with Ureteral Stent Placement (Laparoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 50947: Laparoscopy, surgical; ureteroneocystostomy with cystoscopy and ureteral stent placement

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Taking Mouth Tissue for a Graft
    • Oral Mucosa Graft Harvest
    • Mouth Lining Graft
    • Buccal Mucosa Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 40818: Excision of mucosa of vestibule of mouth as donor graft

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Implant Surgery
    • Testicular Prosthesis Insertion
    • Artificial Testicle Placement
    • Orchiectomy with Prosthesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 54660: Insertion of testicular prosthesis (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inflatable Penile Implant Surgery
    • Multi-component Penile Prosthesis
    • Erectile Dysfunction Implant
    • Penis Pump Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 54405: Insertion of multi-component, inflatable penile prosthesis, including placement of pump, cylinders, and reservoir

    Does Dr. Zhao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 493-1636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhao accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Zhao in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied National

    • Amida Care

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?

    Dr. Lee Zhao's Primary Practice

    530 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

    (312) 493-1636

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    Dr. Lee Zhao's Practice 2

    150 55th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

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    Dr. Lee Zhao's Practice 3

    222 E 41st St

    New York, NY 10017

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

    Dr. Zhao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679729297.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhao?

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

    What is Dr. Lee Zhao's specialty?

    Dr. Zhao is a Urologist near New York, NY.

    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 this Dr. Lee Zhao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zhao is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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

    When to see an Urologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Lee Zhao accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Zhao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lee Zhao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (312) 493-1636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lee Zhao?

    Please contact Dr. Zhao's office at (312) 493-1636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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