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Dr. Erwin Winkel, MD

Dr. Erwin Winkel, MD

Kingwood, TX

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Winkel, Urologist in Kingwood, TX?

    Dr. Erwin Winkel, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Kingwood, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Winkel graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Memorial Hermann Hospital System Program. Dr. Winkel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Winkel’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Winkel’s office at (281) 444-7077.

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

    • Residency: Memorial Hermann Hospital System Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Winkel speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Winkel treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Winkel 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. Winkel. 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
    • Kidney and Ureter Stones
    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus
    • Renal and Ureteral Calculi
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter
    • N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
    • C672: Malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    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:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Stones
    • Bladder Disease
    • Vesical Calculi
    • Bladder Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N210: Calculus in bladder

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    What procedures does Dr. Winkel perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Winkel 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. Winkel. 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 Stone Shock Wave Treatment
    • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
    • Bladder Stone Removal
    • ESWL
    • Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
    • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
    • Bladder scope for stones
    • Kidney stone breaking with stent
    • Ureteral stent placement for stones
    • Litholapaxy
    • Bladder Stone Crushing
    • Cystolitholapaxy

    CPT Codes:

    • 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
    • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
    • 52317: Litholapaxy: crushing or fragmentation of calculus by any means in bladder and removal of fragments; simple or small (less than 2.5 cm)

    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:

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

    Does Dr. Winkel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Winkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 444-7077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Winkel accept in Kingwood, TX?

    Dr. Winkel in Kingwood, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Tennessee

    • United American Healthcare Corp (UAHC)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Winkel's office located?

    Dr. Erwin Winkel's Primary Practice

    22710 Professional Dr Ste 203

    Kingwood, TX 77339

    (281) 444-7077

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    Dr. Erwin Winkel's Practice 2

    9319 Pinecroft Dr Ste 210

    Spring, TX 77380

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    Dr. Erwin Winkel's Practice 3

    17070 Red Oak Dr Ste 200

    Houston, TX 77090

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

    Dr. Winkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093874331.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Winkel?

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

    What is Dr. Erwin Winkel's specialty?

    Dr. Winkel is a Urologist near Kingwood, TX. 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. Winkel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erwin Winkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Winkel is affiliated with TOPS Surgical Specialty Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital 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 Erwin Winkel accepting new patients in Kingwood, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Erwin Winkel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erwin Winkel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Winkel's office at (281) 444-7077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erwin Winkel?

    Please contact Dr. Winkel's office at (281) 444-7077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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