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Dr. Oussama Darwish, MD

Elmira, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Darwish, Urologist in Elmira, NY?

    Dr. Oussama Darwish, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Elmira, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Darwish is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Darwish’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Darwish’s office at (419) 228-8950.

    What languages does Dr. Darwish speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Darwish 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. Darwish. 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 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Darwish typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Darwish 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. Darwish. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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
    • 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)

    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 Irrigation
    • Bladder Wash
    • Bladder Lavage
    • Bladder Instillation

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Overnight Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
    • Sleep Oxygen Test
    • Nocturnal Oximetry
    • Overnight O2 Saturation Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Does Dr. Darwish accept my insurance?

    Dr. Darwish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 228-8950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Darwish accept in Elmira, NY?

    Dr. Darwish in Elmira, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Darwish's office located?

    Dr. Oussama Darwish's Primary Practice

    301 Hoffman St

    Elmira, NY 14905

    (419) 228-8950

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    Dr. Oussama Darwish's Practice 2

    555 Saint Josephs Blvd Ste M2

    Elmira, NY 14901

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    Dr. Oussama Darwish's Practice 3

    418 S Hamilton St Ste 109

    Painted Post, NY 14870

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    What hospitals are Dr. Darwish affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Darwish has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Arnot Ogden Medical Center,Elmira, NY
    Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital,Bath, NY

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

    Dr. Darwish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548565385.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Darwish?

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

    What is Dr. Oussama Darwish's specialty?

    Dr. Darwish is an Urologist near Elmira, NY.

    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. Oussama Darwish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Darwish is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center 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 Dr. Oussama Darwish accepting new patients in Elmira, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Oussama Darwish is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Oussama Darwish offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Darwish's office at (419) 228-8950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Oussama Darwish?

    Please contact Dr. Darwish's office at (419) 228-8950 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Darwish's office located?

    Dr. Darwish's offices are located in Elmira, NY and Painted Post, NY.