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Dr. Tammy Ho, MD

Irvine, CA

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 Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Ho 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.

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    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:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Waking Up to Urinate at Night
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate
    • Nocturia
    • Nighttime urination
    • Frequent night peeing
    • Urinary urgency
    • Urgent need to pee
    • Overactive bladder symptom

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition
    • R351: Nocturia
    • R3915: Urgency of urination

    Also known as:

    • Weak Urine Stream
    • Feeling of Incomplete Bladder Emptying
    • Urine and Urination
    • Poor urinary stream
    • Slow urine flow
    • Difficulty peeing
    • Trouble starting urination
    • Incomplete urination
    • Bladder not emptying fully
    • Residual urine sensation
    • Still feel like I need to pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3912: Poor urinary stream
    • R3914: Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying

    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
    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Asymptomatic Microscopic Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee
    • Hidden blood in urine without symptoms
    • Microscopic hematuria without symptoms
    • No symptoms blood in urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria
    • R3121: Asymptomatic microscopic hematuria

    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:

    • Urge Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Urge Incontinence
    • Overactive Bladder
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3941: Urge incontinence
    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Vaginitis
    • Menopause
    • Vaginitis
    • Atrophic Vaginitis
    • Vaginal Dryness in Menopause
    • Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N952: Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Ho 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.

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
    • Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
    • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
    • Bladder scope for stones
    • Kidney stone breaking with stent
    • Ureteral stent placement for stones
    • ESWL
    • Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
    • 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave

    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:

    • Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
    • Bladder Tube Replacement
    • Suprapubic Catheter Change
    • Cystostomy Maintenance

    CPT Codes:

    • 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Injection for Overactivity
    • Bladder Chemodenervation
    • Botox for Bladder
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
    • Overactive Bladder Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder

    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 X-ray Injection
    • Cystogram Injection
    • VCUG Injection
    • Bladder Dye Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography

    Also known as:

    • Small Bladder Tumor Removal (Cystoscopy)
    • Bladder Tumor Removal (Medium Size)
    • Bladder Tumor Removal (Large Size)
    • Cystourethroscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
    • Bladder Tumor Fulguration
    • Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
    • Cystoscopy with Large Bladder Tumor Resection
    • Large Bladder Tumor Fulguration
    • Laser Removal of Large Bladder Tumor

    CPT Codes:

    • 52234: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; SMALL bladder tumor(s) (0.5 up to 2.0 cm)
    • 52235: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor(s) (2.0 to 5.0 cm)
    • 52240: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; LARGE bladder tumor(s)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Urethral Opening Repair
    • Urethromeatoplasty
    • Meatal Advancement
    • Urethral Meatus Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 53450: Urethromeatoplasty, with mucosal advancement

    Also known as:

    • Urethral Stricture Dilation
    • Urethral dilation
    • Urethral sounding
    • Widening of urethra

    CPT Codes:

    • 53600: Dilation of urethral stricture by passage of sound or urethral dilator, male; initial

    Also known as:

    • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
    • TURP Procedure
    • Prostate Resection Surgery
    • Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Urethral Stricture Treatment (Male)
    • Cystourethroscopy with urethral dilation
    • Drug-coated balloon urethral treatment
    • Male urethral stricture repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 52284: Cystourethroscopy, with mechanical urethral dilation and urethral therapeutic drug delivery by drug-coated balloon catheter for urethral stricture or stenosis, male, including fluoroscopy, when performed

    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:

    • Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Foley catheter insertion
    • Indwelling bladder catheter placement
    • Urinary catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bladder and Urinary Tract Scope
    • Cystourethroscopy
    • Ureteroscopy
    • Pyeloscopy
    • Urinary Tract Endoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 52351: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Exam with Small Lesion Treatment
    • Cystourethroscopy with Fulguration
    • Bladder Lesion Removal
    • Urethra Lesion Treatment
    • Cystoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 52224: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) or treatment of MINOR (less than 0.5 cm) lesion(s) with or without biopsy

    Also known as:

    • Complicated Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Difficult Bladder Catheter Placement
    • Indwelling Catheter Insertion (Complex)
    • Temporary Urinary Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 51703: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; complicated (eg, altered anatomy, fractured catheter/balloon)

    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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Erectile Dysfunction
    • Penile injection therapy
    • Intracavernosal injection
    • Papaverine injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 54235: Injection Of Corpora Cavernosa With Pharmacologic Agent(S) (Eg, Papaverine, Phentolamine)

    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:

    • Penile Angulation Correction Surgery
    • Penile Curvature Repair', 'Peyronie's Disease Surgery
    • Penile Straightening Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 54360: Plastic operation on penis to correct angulation

    Also known as:

    • Pudendal Nerve Block
    • Pudendal Nerve Injection
    • Pelvic Pain Injection
    • Nerve Block for Pelvic Pain
    • Anesthetic Pudendal Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64430: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; pudendal nerve

    Also known as:

    • Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
    • PTNS
    • Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
    • Tibial Neuromodulation
    • Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming

    Also known as:

    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Facial skin graft
    • Hand skin graft
    • Neck skin graft
    • Genital skin graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less

    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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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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

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    Dr. Tammy Ho's Practice 2

    18785 Brookhurst St Ste 105

    Fountain Valley, CA 92708

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    Dr. Tammy Ho's Practice 3

    500 Superior Ave Ste 305

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

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    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. 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. Ho to book an appointment today.

    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 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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