31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shtainer, Urologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Alfred Shtainer, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Shtainer graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Urology; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Shtainer is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shtainer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shtainer’s office at (718) 368-0600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shtainer?
Dr. Alfred Shtainer, 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. Shtainer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Erectile Dysfunction, Genitourinary Disorders, Kidney Stones, Prostate Benign Disease (BPH), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Shtainer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shtainer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Urology; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Shtainer board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Shtainer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Shtainer speak?
Dr. Shtainer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Shtainer typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Shtainer 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. Shtainer. 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:
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Urine and Urination
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R351: Nocturia
Also known as:
- Benign Prostate Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Prostate Disease
- Non-cancerous prostate growth
- Prostate mass
- Benign prostate lesion
- Prostate lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D291: Benign neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Also known as:
- Chronic Prostatitis
- Prostate Disease
- Prostatitis: Inflammation of the Prostate
- Chronic Prostate Inflammation
- Long-term Prostatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N411: Chronic prostatitis
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Shtainer typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Shtainer 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. Shtainer. 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 Treatment with Water Vapor (Rezum)
- Water vapor thermotherapy
- Rezum procedure
- Transurethral prostate destruction
- BPH treatment
CPT Codes:
- 53854: Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency generated water vapor thermotherapy
Also known as:
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Cystometrogram with Voiding Studies
- Urodynamic Study
- Bladder and Urethral Pressure Test
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
- 51729: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure) and urethral pressure profile studies (ie, urethral closure pressure profile), any technique
- 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Prostate Incision Surgery
- Transurethral Incision of Prostate (TUIP)
- Prostate Incision
- Prostate Enlargement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 52450: Transurethral incision of prostate
Also known as:
- Complex Urine Flow Test
- Uroflowmetry
- Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
- Bladder Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)
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
Does Dr. Shtainer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shtainer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 368-0600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shtainer accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Shtainer in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Other Health Care Provider
Promedica Health Systems
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shtainer's office located?
Dr. Alfred Shtainer also offers virtual visits
Dr. Alfred Shtainer's Primary Practice
2148 Ocean Ave Ste 6A
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 368-0600
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alfred Shtainer?
Dr. Shtainer has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Shtainer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shtainer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952328718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shtainer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shtainer
What is Dr. Alfred Shtainer's specialty?
Dr. Shtainer is a Urologist near Brooklyn, 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. Alfred Shtainer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shtainer is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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
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Is Alfred Shtainer accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Shtainer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Shtainer offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shtainer, or call (718) 368-0600 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Shtainer?
Yes, Dr. Shtainer offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Shtainer, or call (718) 368-0600 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Shtainer have?
Dr. Alfred Shtainer is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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