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Dr. Christopher Yingling, MD

Urologist

State College, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yingling, Urologist in State College, PA?

    Dr. Christopher Yingling, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in State College, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yingling graduated from Medical Center Of Iran and completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program. Dr. Yingling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yingling’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yingling’s office at (814) 238-8418.

    Where did Dr. Yingling go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Medical Center Of Iran | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    What languages does Dr. Yingling speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Yingling typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Yingling 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. Yingling. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Yingling typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Yingling 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. Yingling. 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:

    • 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 Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Yingling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yingling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 238-8418 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yingling accept in State College, PA?

    Dr. Yingling in State College, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Bankers

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yingling's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Yingling's Primary Practice

    905 University Dr

    State College, PA 16801

    (814) 238-8418

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    2 Mount Nittany Physician Group

    1061 N Front St Ste 2

    Philipsburg, PA 16866

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

    Dr. Yingling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912153503.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yingling?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Yingling's specialty?

    Dr. Yingling is an Urologist near State College, PA.

    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 Dr. Christopher Yingling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yingling is affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Upmc Altoona, Upmc Harrisburg, Upmc Williamsport 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 Dr. Christopher Yingling accepting new patients in State College, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Yingling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Yingling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yingling's office at (814) 238-8418 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Yingling?

    Please contact Dr. Yingling's office at (814) 238-8418 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yingling's office located?

    Dr. Yingling's offices are located in State College, PA and Philipsburg, PA.