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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caras, Urologist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Ronald Caras, DO is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Caras is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caras’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caras’s office at (317) 962-3700.
What languages does Dr. Caras speak?
Dr. Caras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Caras treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Caras 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. Caras. 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
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
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:
- 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:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
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:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
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
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
What procedures does Dr. Caras perform?
As a Urologist, Dr. Caras 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. Caras. 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:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Caras accept my insurance?
Dr. Caras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 962-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caras accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Caras in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Caras' office located?
Dr. Ronald Caras' Primary Practice
4700 Point Fosdick Dr
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(317) 962-3700
What is Dr. Caras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639306954.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caras
What is Dr. Ronald Caras's specialty?
Dr. Caras is a Urologist near Gig Harbor, WA. 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. Caras to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ronald Caras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caras is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General 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 Ronald Caras accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Caras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Caras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caras's office at (317) 962-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Caras?
Please contact Dr. Caras's office at (317) 962-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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