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Dr. Luis Salazar, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Luis Salazar, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Salazar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salazar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salazar’s office at (323) 783-5500.

    What languages does Dr. Salazar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Salazar treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Salazar 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. Salazar. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage
    • Ureteral Calculus
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
    • N201: Calculus of ureter
    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Genitourinary System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-urinary tract surgery care
    • Reproductive organ surgery aftercare
    • Kidney surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48816: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system

    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:

    • History of prostate cancer
    • History of kidney cancer
    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Kidney Cancer
    • Wilms tumor
    • Past prostate cancer
    • Prostate cancer survivor
    • Previous prostatic malignancy
    • Past kidney cancer
    • Renal cancer survivor
    • Previous kidney malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
    • Z85528: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney and Ureter Problems
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Cancer
    • Past bladder cancer
    • Previous urinary bladder malignancy
    • History of bladder tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Having a Cystostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Bladder stoma
    • Suprapubic catheter
    • Urinary diversion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9350: Unspecified cystostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Missing Genital Organ
    • Loss of genital organ
    • Absence of reproductive organ
    • Genital organ removal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9079: Acquired absence of other genital organ(s)

    What procedures does Dr. Salazar perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Salazar 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. Salazar. 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:

    • Bladder Irrigation
    • Bladder Wash
    • Bladder Lavage
    • Bladder Instillation

    CPT Codes:

    • 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Aspiration with Suprapubic Catheter
    • Suprapubic catheter insertion
    • Bladder drainage tube placement
    • Percutaneous bladder catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 51102: Aspiration of bladder; with insertion of suprapubic catheter

    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:

    • 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:

    • Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
    • Adult Circumcision
    • Childhood Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal Surgery
    • Non-Clamp Circumcision

    CPT Codes:

    • 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age

    Does Dr. Salazar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 783-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Salazar 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Salazar's office located?

    Dr. Luis Salazar's Primary Practice

    4900 W Sunset Blvd Fl 2

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 783-5500

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    Dr. Luis Salazar's Practice 2

    1050 Pacific Coast Hwy

    Harbor City, CA 90710

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    Dr. Luis Salazar's Practice 3

    18600 S Figueroa St

    Gardena, CA 90248

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

    Dr. Salazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992065189.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salazar?

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

    What is Dr. Luis Salazar's specialty?

    Dr. Salazar 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. Salazar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Luis Salazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salazar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center 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 Luis Salazar accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Salazar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Salazar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (323) 783-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Salazar?

    Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (323) 783-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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