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Dr. Eric Sokol, MD

Dr. Eric Sokol, MD

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sokol, Urogynecologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Eric Sokol, MD is an Urogynecologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sokol is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sokol’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sokol’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sokol?

    Dr. Eric Sokol, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urogynecologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sokol empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Incontinence-Urinary, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pelvic Reconstruction, Urogynecology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford/CA community, Dr. Sokol is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      What languages does Dr. Sokol speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Sokol treat?

      As an Urogynecologist, Dr. Sokol 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. Sokol. 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:

      • Stress Urinary Incontinence
      • Mixed Urinary Incontinence
      • Urge Urinary Incontinence
      • Urinary Incontinence
      • Stress Incontinence
      • Leakage with Coughing
      • Bladder Leakage with Activity
      • Combined incontinence
      • Stress and urge incontinence
      • Dual incontinence
      • Urge Incontinence
      • Overactive Bladder
      • Sudden Urge to Urinate

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
      • N3946: Mixed incontinence
      • N3941: Urge incontinence

      Also known as:

      • Incomplete Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
      • Rectal Prolapse into Vagina
      • Cervix Disorder
      • Pelvic Floor Disorder
      • Partial uterine prolapse
      • Incomplete uterine descent
      • Uterovaginal prolapse
      • Fallen rectum
      • Posterior vaginal wall prolapse
      • Rectocele

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N812: Incomplete uterovaginal prolapse
      • N816: Rectocele

      Also known as:

      • Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
      • Vaginal Prolapse After Hysterectomy
      • Cystocele
      • Cervix Disorder
      • Pelvic Floor Disorder
      • Hysterectomy
      • Uterovaginal Prolapse
      • Uterine Prolapse
      • Vaginal Prolapse
      • Vaginal Vault Prolapse
      • Post-Hysterectomy Prolapse
      • Dropped Vagina After Hysterectomy
      • Fallen Bladder
      • Bladder Prolapse
      • Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N813: Complete uterovaginal prolapse
      • N993: Prolapse of vaginal vault after hysterectomy
      • N8111: Cystocele, midline

      Also known as:

      • Medical Device Fitting and Adjustment
      • Device Fitting
      • Prosthetic Adjustment
      • Orthotic Fitting

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z4689: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other specified devices

      Also known as:

      • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
      • Women's Health Checkup
      • Women's checkup, all clear
      • Pelvic exam, normal results
      • OB/GYN visit, no issues

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Sudden Urge to Urinate
      • Frequent Urination
      • Urinary Incontinence
      • Urine and Urination
      • Urinary urgency
      • Urgent need to pee
      • Overactive bladder symptom
      • Urinary frequency
      • Peeing often
      • Frequent need to urinate

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R3915: Urgency of urination
      • R350: Frequency of micturition

      Also known as:

      • Overactive Bladder
      • OAB
      • Urgency Incontinence
      • Frequent Urination

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N3281: Overactive bladder

      Also known as:

      • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
      • Post-Treatment Check-up
      • Aftercare Visit
      • Recovery Monitoring Exam

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

      Also known as:

      • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
      • Vaginal Bleeding
      • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
      • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
      • AUB
      • Irregular Genital Bleeding

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Weak Urethral Sphincter
      • Urethral Disorder
      • Intrinsic sphincter deficiency
      • ISD
      • Urethral valve weakness

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N3642: Intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD)

      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:

      • Postmenopausal Vaginitis
      • Menopause
      • Vaginitis
      • Atrophic Vaginitis
      • Vaginal Dryness in Menopause
      • Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N952: Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis

      Also known as:

      • Other Menopause Related Condition
      • Menopause
      • Perimenopausal Issues
      • Menopausal Symptoms
      • Climacteric Disorders

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N958: Other specified menopausal and perimenopausal disorders

      Also known as:

      • Routine IUD Check-up
      • Birth Control
      • Regular IUD Check
      • Intrauterine Device Routine Exam
      • IUD Follow-up Visit

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z30431: Encounter for routine checking of intrauterine contraceptive device

      What procedures does Dr. Sokol perform?

      As an Urogynecologist, Dr. Sokol 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. Sokol. 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:

      • Pessary Insertion
      • Vaginal Pessary Placement
      • Intravaginal Support Device Fitting
      • Pelvic Organ Prolapse Device

      CPT Codes:

      • 57160: Fitting and insertion of pessary or other intravaginal support device

      Also known as:

      • Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
      • Bladder Sling Removal or Revision
      • Stress Incontinence Sling
      • Urethral Sling Procedure
      • Bladder Sling Surgery
      • Stress Incontinence Sling Revision
      • Urethral Sling Removal
      • Pelvic Sling Adjustment
      • Incontinence Device Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
      • 57287: Removal or revision of sling for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)

      Also known as:

      • IUD Insertion
      • Birth Control
      • Intrauterine device placement
      • IUD placement
      • Birth control implant

      CPT Codes:

      • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

      Also known as:

      • Vaginal Vault Suspension Surgery
      • Colpopexy
      • Vaginal Prolapse Repair
      • Sacrospinous Fixation

      CPT Codes:

      • 57282: Colpopexy, vaginal; extra-peritoneal approach (sacrospinous, iliococcygeus)

      Also known as:

      • Uterine Lining Biopsy
      • Biopsy
      • Endometrial Biopsy
      • Uterine Biopsy
      • Cervical Biopsy
      • Endocervical Sampling

      CPT Codes:

      • 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Rectocele Repair
      • Posterior Colporrhaphy
      • Repair of Rectal Prolapse
      • Perineorrhaphy

      CPT Codes:

      • 57250: Posterior colporrhaphy, repair of rectocele with or without perineorrhaphy

      Also known as:

      • Bladder Prolapse Repair (Anterior Colporrhaphy)
      • Vaginal Vault Suspension
      • Cystocele Repair
      • Urethrocele Repair
      • Vaginal Wall Repair for Prolapse
      • Vaginal Colpopexy
      • Uterosacral Ligament Suspension
      • Pelvic Floor Repair

      CPT Codes:

      • 57240: Anterior colporrhaphy, repair of cystocele with or without repair of urethrocele, including cystourethroscopy, when performed
      • 57283: Colpopexy, vaginal; intra-peritoneal approach (uterosacral, levator myorrhaphy)

      Also known as:

      • IUD Removal
      • Birth Control
      • Intrauterine device removal
      • Take out IUD
      • Remove birth control device
      • IUD explant

      CPT Codes:

      • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

      Also known as:

      • Vaginal Wall Repair (Front and Back)
      • Anteroposterior colporrhaphy
      • Cystocele and rectocele repair
      • Vaginal prolapse repair

      CPT Codes:

      • 57260: Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed;

      Also known as:

      • Vaginal Closure Surgery (Colpocleisis)
      • Le Fort Colpocleisis
      • Vaginal Obliteration
      • Vaginal Prolapse Repair

      CPT Codes:

      • 57120: Colpocleisis (Le Fort type)

      Also known as:

      • Vulva or Perineum Biopsy (One Lesion)
      • Genital Skin Biopsy
      • Perineal Biopsy
      • Vulvar Lesion Biopsy

      CPT Codes:

      • 56605: Biopsy of vulva or perineum (separate procedure); 1 lesion

      Also known as:

      • Laparoscopic Vaginal Suspension
      • Laparoscopic Colpopexy
      • Minimally Invasive Vaginal Apex Suspension
      • Vaginal Vault Suspension (Laparoscopic)
      • Keyhole Surgery for Vaginal Prolapse

      CPT Codes:

      • 57425: Laparoscopy, surgical, colpopexy (suspension of vaginal apex)

      Also known as:

      • Bladder or Urethra Implant Injection
      • Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
      • Bladder Neck Injection
      • Endoscopic Urethral Implant

      CPT Codes:

      • 51715: Endoscopic injection of implant material into the submucosal tissues of the urethra and/or bladder neck

      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:

      • Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
      • Complex Bladder Pressure Test
      • Rectal Pressure Study
      • Gastric Pressure Test
      • Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
      • Cystometrogram with Voiding Studies
      • Urodynamic Study
      • Bladder and Urethral Pressure Test

      CPT Codes:

      • 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
      • 51729: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure) and urethral pressure profile studies (ie, urethral closure pressure profile), any technique

      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:

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

      CPT Codes:

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

      Also known as:

      • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
      • Post-void residual urine measurement
      • Bladder capacity ultrasound
      • Non-imaging bladder scan

      CPT Codes:

      • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

      Also known as:

      • Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
      • PTNS
      • Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
      • Tibial Neuromodulation
      • Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation

      CPT Codes:

      • 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming

      Does Dr. Sokol accept my insurance?

      Dr. Sokol accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Sokol accept in Stanford, CA?

      Dr. Sokol in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • Blue Shield of California

      • Central California Alliance for Health

      • Crown Cork and Seal Company

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Medicaid

      • Medicare

      • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

      • State of Tennessee

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Sokol's office located?

      Dr. Eric Sokol's Primary Practice

      300 Pasteur Dr

      Stanford, CA 94305

      (650) 723-4000

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      Dr. Eric Sokol's Practice 2

      450 Broadway St

      Redwood City, CA 94063

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      Recognitions

      Publications

      Improving the accuracy of prolapse

      INTERTIOL UROGYNECOLOGY JOURL, 2013

      To sling or not to sling at time of abdomil sacrocolpopexy: a cost-effectiveness alysis.

      jourl of urology, 2013

      Three-year outcomes of vagil mesh for prolapse: a randomized controlled trial.

      Obstetrics and gynecology, 2013

      The Predictive Value of a Cystocele for Concomitant Vagil Apical Prolapse

      JOURL OF UROLOGY, 2013

      Posterior Compartment Prolapse: A Urogynecology Perspective

      UROLOGIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA, 2012

      Robot-Assisted Versus Open Sacrocolpopexy: A Cost-Minimization Alysis

      JOURL OF UROLOGY, 2012

      One-year objective and functiol outcomes of a randomized clinical trial of vagil mesh for prolapse

      Sokol, A. I., Iglesia, C. B., Kudish, B. I., Gutman, R. E., Shveiky, D

      Variation in the Quality of Surgical Care for Uterovagil Prolapse

      Rhoads, K. F., Sokol, E. R., 2011

      Vagil Mesh for Prolapse A Randomized Controlled Trial

      OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 2010

      Altertive method of suprapubic assistance in operative cystoscopy

      INTERTIOL UROGYNECOLOGY JOURL, 2010

      Is lysyl oxidase-like protein-1, alpha-1 antitrypsin

      INTERTIOL UROGYNECOLOGY JOURL, 2009

      An Instructiol Video to Improve Teaching Techniques and Learning in the Operating Room

      MedEdPORTAL. Available from: www.aamc.org/mededportal, 2009

      Novel Repair of Tension-free Midurethral Sling Erosion into the Urethra

      JOURL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE GYNECOLOGY, 2008

      Combined trans- and periurethral injections of bulking agents for the treatment of intrinsic

      INTERTIOL UROGYNECOLOGY JOURL, 2008

      Is alpha 2-macroglobulin important in female stress uriry incontinence?

      HUMAN REPRODUCTION, 2008

      Long-term follow-up of a transvagil Burch urethropexy for stress uriry incontinence

      AMERICAN JOURL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 2007

      Variability of current symptoms in women with pelvic organ prolapse

      INTERTIOL UROGYNECOLOGY JOURL, 2007

      Incarcerated vagil herniation of the omentum mimicking vagil prolapse.

      American jourl of obstetrics and gynecology, 2007

      Effect of patient age on increasing morbidity and mortality following urogynecologic surgery

      AMERICAN JOURL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 2006

      The usefulness of uriry cytology testing in the evaluation of irritative voiding symptoms

      AMERICAN JOURL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 2005

      Suburethral sting treatment of occult stress incontinence

      AMERICAN JOURL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 2005

      Results of urine cytology testing and cystoscopy in women with irritative voiding symptoms

      AMERICAN JOURL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 2005

      Patient characteristics that are associated with continued pessary use versus surgery after 1 year

      AMERICAN JOURL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, 2004

      Ultrasound examition of the postpartum uterus: what is normal?

      jourl of materl-fetal & neotal medicine, 2004

      Laparoscopic morcellator-related injuries

      JOURL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF GYNECOLOGIC LAPAROSCOPISTS, 2003

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

      Dr. Sokol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508911538.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sokol?

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

      What is Dr. Eric Sokol's specialty?

      Dr. Sokol is a Urogynecologist near Stanford, CA. A subspecialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery is a physician trained in either Urology or Obstetrics and Gynecology, prepared to offer consultation and comprehensive management for women dealing with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. This comprehensive management includes the necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for the total care of patients with these conditions and the complications that may arise from them. Contact Dr. Sokol to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Eric Sokol affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Sokol is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

      Where can I learn more about Urogynecologist?

      Explore Urogynecologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

      Is Eric Sokol accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Eric Sokol is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Eric Sokol offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Sokol's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Eric Sokol?

      Please contact Dr. Sokol's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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