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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hooper, Urologist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Hal Hooper, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hooper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hooper’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hooper’s office at (828) 253-5314.
What languages does Dr. Hooper speak?
Dr. Hooper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Hooper typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Hooper 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. Hooper. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
Also known as:
- Urethral Stricture from Injury
- Urethral Disorder
- Narrowing of Urethra after Trauma
- Urethral Scarring
- Post-traumatic Urethral Stricture
ICD-10 Codes:
- N35011: Post-traumatic bulbous urethral stricture
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Hooper typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Hooper 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. Hooper. 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:
- 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:
- Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
- Prostate fiducial marker insertion
- Radiation therapy guidance markers
- Prostate dosimeter placement
- Needle placement for prostate radiation
CPT Codes:
- 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
- Prostate Spacer Injection
- Periprostatic Injection
- Biodegradable Prostate Implant
- Prostate Radiation Protection Injection
CPT Codes:
- 55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Testicle Removal Surgery
- Orchiectomy
- Testicular Removal
- Testicle Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 54520: Orchiectomy, simple (including subcapsular), with or without testicular prosthesis, scrotal or inguinal approach
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Cystoscopy with Ureteroscopy and Stone Breaking
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
- Ureteroscopy with Lithotripsy
- Bladder Scope with Stone Removal
- Kidney Stone Laser Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
- 52353: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy (ureteral catheterization is included)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Hooper accept my insurance?
Dr. Hooper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 253-5314 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hooper accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Hooper in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hooper's office located?
What is Dr. Hooper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hooper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497906424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hooper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hooper
What is Dr. Hal Hooper's specialty?
Dr. Hooper is a Urologist near Asheville, NC.
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. Hal Hooper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hooper is affiliated with Adventhealth Hendersonville, Mission Hospital, Unc Health Pardee 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 Hal Hooper accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Hal Hooper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hal Hooper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hooper's office at (828) 253-5314 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hal Hooper?
Please contact Dr. Hooper's office at (828) 253-5314 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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