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Who is Dr. Brede, Urologist in Kentwood, MI?
Dr. Christopher Brede is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Kentwood, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brede is currently affiliated with 280 Helen Devos Childrens Hospital. Dr. Brede is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brede’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brede’s office at (616) 267-7333.
What languages does Dr. Brede speak?
Dr. Brede and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Brede typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Brede 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. Brede. 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:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, 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:
- 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:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Personal History of Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Past bladder cancer
- Previous urinary bladder malignancy
- History of bladder tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Brede typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Brede 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. Brede. 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 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 and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
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:
- 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 Irrigation
- Bladder Wash
- Bladder Lavage
- Bladder Instillation
CPT Codes:
- 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
- Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
- Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
- Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy
Also known as:
- Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy
- Minimally Invasive Prostate Removal
- Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery
- Nerve-Sparing Prostatectomy
CPT Codes:
- 55866: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, retropubic radical, including nerve sparing, includes robotic assistance, when performed
Does Dr. Brede accept my insurance?
Dr. Brede accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 267-7333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brede accept in Kentwood, MI?
Dr. Brede in Kentwood, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brede's office located?
200 Shmg Internal Medicine
4444 Kalamazoo Ave SE Ste 200
Kentwood, MI 49508
(616) 267-7333
What is Dr. Brede's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brede's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093958621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brede?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brede
What is Dr. Christopher Brede's specialty?
Dr. Brede is a Urologist near Kentwood, MI.
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. Christopher Brede affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Brede is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Blodgett Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Brede accepting new patients in Kentwood, MI?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Brede is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Brede offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brede's office at (616) 267-7333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Brede?
Please contact Dr. Brede's office at (616) 267-7333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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