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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ho, Urologist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Tammy Ho, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ho graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Ho is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ho’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ho’s office at (949) 855-1101.
Where did Dr. Ho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ho speak?
Dr. Ho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Ho typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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.
Also known as:
- Chronic Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Chronic Cystitis
- Long-term Bladder Infection
- Persistent Bladder Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3020: Other chronic cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Weak Urine Stream
- Urine and Urination
- Poor urinary stream
- Slow urine flow
- Difficulty peeing
- Trouble starting urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3912: Poor urinary stream
Also known as:
- Urethral Stricture (Male)
- Urethral Disorder
- Narrowing of Urethra Male
- Male Urethral Blockage
- Male Urethral Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- N35919: Unspecified urethral stricture, male, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate
- Bladder retention
- Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R338: Other retention of urine
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
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Ho typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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.
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
- Bladder Tube Replacement
- Suprapubic Catheter Change
- Cystostomy Maintenance
CPT Codes:
- 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra X-ray Injection
- Retrograde Urethrocystography Injection
- Urethra and Bladder Contrast Study
- Cystourethrogram Injection
CPT Codes:
- 51610: Injection procedure for retrograde urethrocystography
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
- Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
- Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
- Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple
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)
Does Dr. Ho accept my insurance?
Dr. Ho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 855-1101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ho accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Ho in Irvine, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ho's office located?
Dr. Tammy Ho's Primary Practice
16305 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 200
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 855-1101
What is Dr. Ho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003179128.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ho
What is Dr. Tammy Ho's specialty?
Dr. Ho is a Urologist near Irvine, CA.
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. Tammy Ho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ho is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Uci Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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 Tammy Ho accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tammy Ho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tammy Ho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (949) 855-1101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tammy Ho?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (949) 855-1101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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