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Dr. John Makari, MD

Dr. John Makari, MD

Omaha, NE

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    Who is Dr. Makari, Pediatric Urologist in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. John Makari, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Makari completed his residency at George Washington University. Dr. Makari is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makari’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makari’s office at (402) 955-4002.

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

    • Residency: George Washington University

    • Medical School: The Ohio State University College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Makari board certified as a Pediatric Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Makari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Makari speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Makari treat?

    As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Makari 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. Makari. 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:

    • Other Foreskin Problems
    • Other Congenital Penis Malformation
    • Other Penis Disorder
    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Various foreskin issues
    • Unspecified foreskin conditions
    • Foreskin abnormalities
    • Penis birth defects
    • Congenital penile anomaly
    • Penis development issues
    • Various penile conditions
    • Unspecified penis problems
    • Penis abnormalities
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N478: Other disorders of prepuce
    • Q5569: Other congenital malformation of penis
    • N4889: Other specified disorders of penis
    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Retractile Testicle
    • One Undescended Testicle
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Ascending Testicle
    • Mobile Testicle
    • Gliding Testicle
    • Unilateral Cryptorchidism
    • Testicle Not Dropped
    • Maldescended Testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q5522: Retractile testis
    • Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Vesicoureteral Reflux
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
    • VUR
    • Urine Reflux

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Chordee
    • Hypospadias
    • Penis Disorder
    • Penile Curvature at Birth
    • Bent Penis (Congenital)
    • Chordee
    • Urethral Opening on Underside of Penis
    • Congenital Urethral Anomaly
    • Penile Hypospadias

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q544: Congenital chordee
    • Q541: Hypospadias, penile

    Also known as:

    • Varicocele
    • Hydrocele
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Varicose Veins
    • Scrotal Varicose Veins
    • Pampiniform Plexus Varices
    • Testicular Varices
    • Fluid in scrotum
    • Scrotal swelling
    • Water on the testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I861: Scrotal varices
    • N433: Hydrocele, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Balanic Hypospadias
    • Penis Disorder
    • Glandular Hypospadias
    • Coronal Hypospadias
    • Mild Hypospadias

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q540: Hypospadias, balanic

    Also known as:

    • Male Urethral Stricture After Procedure (Meatal)
    • Urethral Disorder
    • Post-surgery Urethral Narrowing
    • Meatal Stenosis (Male)
    • Urethral Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N99110: Postprocedural urethral stricture, male, meatal

    Also known as:

    • Other Male Genital Disorder
    • Various male reproductive problems
    • Specific male genital conditions
    • Male sex organ issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N5089: Other specified disorders of the male genital organs

    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:

    • Posterior Urethral Valves (PUV)
    • Urethral Disorder
    • PUV in babies
    • Blocked urethra in newborns
    • Congenital urethral obstruction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q642: Congenital posterior urethral valves

    Also known as:

    • Bedwetting
    • Bladder Control Problems & Bedwetting in Children
    • Nocturnal Enuresis
    • Nighttime Wetting
    • Childhood Bedwetting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3944: Nocturnal enuresis

    What procedures does Dr. Makari perform?

    As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Makari 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. Makari. 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:

    • Complex Bladder Pressure Test
    • Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
    • Complex cystometrogram
    • Bladder function study
    • Urodynamic testing (complex)
    • Complex Cystometrogram
    • Voiding Pressure Study
    • Bladder Function Test with Pressure
    • Rectal Pressure Study
    • Gastric Pressure Test
    • Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement

    CPT Codes:

    • 51726: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment);
    • 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
    • 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
    • Sphincter EMG
    • Anal Sphincter Electromyography
    • Urethral Sphincter EMG
    • Pelvic Floor Muscle Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique

    Also known as:

    • Bladder X-ray Injection
    • Cystogram Injection
    • VCUG Injection
    • Bladder Dye Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography

    Also known as:

    • Urethral Opening Repair
    • Urethral Meatus Repair
    • Urethral Reconstruction
    • Richardson Procedure
    • Urethromeatoplasty
    • Meatal Advancement

    CPT Codes:

    • 53460: Urethromeatoplasty, with partial excision of distal urethral segment (Richardson type procedure)
    • 53450: Urethromeatoplasty, with mucosal advancement

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
    • Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
    • Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
    • Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple

    Also known as:

    • Complex Urine Flow Test
    • Uroflowmetry
    • Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
    • Bladder Function Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)

    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 and Urethra Exam with Ureteral Catheterization
    • Cystourethroscopy with Catheterization
    • Ureteral Catheter Placement
    • Bladder Scope with Ureteral Access

    CPT Codes:

    • 52005: Cystourethroscopy, With Ureteral Catheterization, With Or Without Irrigation, Instillation, Or Ureteropyelography, Exclusive Of Radiologic Service;

    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:

    • 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:

    • Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
    • Adult Circumcision
    • Childhood Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal Surgery
    • Non-Clamp Circumcision

    CPT Codes:

    • 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age

    Also known as:

    • Undescended Testicle Surgery
    • Testicle Lesion Removal
    • Fixation of Opposite Testicle
    • Orchiopexy
    • Testicular Fixation
    • Cryptorchidism Repair
    • Inguinal Orchiopexy
    • Extraparenchymal Testis Lesion Excision
    • Testicular Mass Removal
    • Lesion Excision from Outside Testicle
    • Contralateral Orchiopexy
    • Testicle Anchoring (Preventative)
    • Preventative Testicular Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 54640: Orchiopexy, inguinal or scrotal approach
    • 54512: Excision of extraparenchymal lesion of testis
    • 54620: Fixation of contralateral testis (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Penile Straightening Surgery (Chordee Repair)
    • Chordee Repair
    • Hypospadias Repair
    • Penile Curvature Correction
    • Urethral Mobilization for Chordee

    CPT Codes:

    • 54300: Plastic operation of penis for straightening of chordee (eg, hypospadias), with or without mobilization of urethra

    Also known as:

    • Repair of Incomplete Circumcision
    • Circumcision Revision
    • Foreskin Repair Surgery
    • Incomplete Circumcision Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 54163: Repair incomplete circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Simple Scrotum Reshaping Surgery
    • Scrotal Reconstruction
    • Scrotum Plastic Surgery
    • Genital Reshaping Male
    • Simple Scrotoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 55175: Scrotoplasty; simple

    Also known as:

    • Hypospadias Repair Surgery
    • Distal Hypospadias Repair
    • One-Stage Hypospadias Repair
    • Complex Hypospadias Complication Repair with Skin Graft
    • Distal hypospadias repair
    • Urethroplasty for hypospadias
    • Penis reconstruction for hypospadias
    • Penis Urethra Repair
    • Magpi Procedure
    • V-flap Hypospadias Surgery
    • Urethroplasty for Hypospadias
    • Flip-Flap Hypospadias Surgery
    • Hypospadias Fistula Repair
    • Urethral Stricture Repair Hypospadias
    • Urethroplasty with Flap Graft
    • Hypospadias Revision Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 54326: 1-stage distal hypospadias repair (with or without chordee or circumcision); with urethroplasty by local skin flaps and mobilization of urethra
    • 54322: 1-stage distal hypospadias repair (with or without chordee or circumcision); with simple meatal advancement (eg, Magpi, V-flap)
    • 54324: 1-stage distal hypospadias repair (with or without chordee or circumcision); with urethroplasty by local skin flaps (eg, flip-flap, prepucial flap)
    • 54344: Repair of hypospadias complication(s) (ie, fistula, stricture, diverticula); requiring mobilization of skin flaps and urethroplasty with flap or patch graft

    Also known as:

    • Removing Penile Adhesions After Circumcision
    • Penile Angulation Correction Surgery
    • Post-Circumcision Adhesion Release
    • Penile Adhesiolysis
    • Circumcision Scar Tissue Removal
    • Penile Curvature Repair', 'Peyronie's Disease Surgery
    • Penile Straightening Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 54162: Lysis or excision of penile post-circumcision adhesions
    • 54360: Plastic operation on penis to correct angulation

    Also known as:

    • Penis Repair for Chordee or Hypospadias
    • Chordee Correction Surgery
    • Hypospadias Repair (First Stage)
    • Penile Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 54304: Plastic operation on penis for correction of chordee or for first stage hypospadias repair with or without transplantation of prepuce and/or skin flaps

    Also known as:

    • Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
    • Newborn Circumcision
    • Infant Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)

    CPT Codes:

    • 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocele Removal (One Side)
    • Hydrocele Excision
    • Fluid Sac Removal Testicle
    • Scrotal Swelling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 55040: Excision of hydrocele; unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Testicle Removal Surgery
    • Orchiectomy
    • Testicular Removal
    • Testicle Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 54520: Orchiectomy, simple (including subcapsular), with or without testicular prosthesis, scrotal or inguinal approach

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Pedicle Skin Flap (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Tubed pedicle flap
    • Skin flap reconstruction
    • Local skin transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15574: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands or feet

    Also known as:

    • Small Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Growth Excision
    • Mole Removal (Small)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11420: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
    • Hernia Surgery for Infants
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
    • Exploratory Laparoscopy
    • Abdominal Scope
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Omentum Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy (Vagina and Cervix)
    • Colposcopy
    • Vaginal colposcopy
    • Cervical colposcopy
    • Examination of vagina and cervix

    CPT Codes:

    • 57420: Colposcopy of the entire vagina, with cervix if present;

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Venipuncture
    • IV Insertion
    • Intravenous Access
    • Catheter Placement Vein

    CPT Codes:

    • 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein

    Does Dr. Makari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Makari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 955-4002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Makari accept in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Makari in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • City of Beaumont (TX)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Group Benefit Services

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Makari's office located?

    Dr. John Makari's Primary Practice

    8200 Dodge St

    Omaha, NE 68114

    (402) 955-4002

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    Dr. John Makari's Practice 2

    St At S 42 Nd St

    Omaha, NE 68105

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

    Dr. Makari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255488078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makari?

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

    What is Dr. John Makari's specialty?

    Dr. Makari is a Pediatric Urologist near Omaha, NE. Pediatric Surgeons are the health care professionals who can diagnose, treat, and manage children's urinary and genital problems. They dedicate at least 50% of their practice to the urological needs of infants, children, and adolescents. They offer health services such as Evaluation and management of voiding disorders; Vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary tract infections that require surgery; Surgical reconstruction of the urinary tract (including kidneys, ureters, and bladder) to address genital abnormalities, hypospadias, and intersex conditions; Surgery for childhood and adolescent groin conditions, such as undescended testes, hydrocele/hernia, and varicocele. Contact Dr. Makari to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Makari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Makari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Nebraska. 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 John Makari accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?

    Yes, Dr. John Makari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Makari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Makari's office at (402) 955-4002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Makari?

    Please contact Dr. Makari's office at (402) 955-4002 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Makari have?

    Dr. John Makari is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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