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Dr. Paul Tonkin, MD

Ashland, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tonkin, Urologist in Ashland, WI?

    Dr. Paul Tonkin, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Ashland, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tonkin graduated from University of Minnesota Med School. Dr. Tonkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tonkin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tonkin’s office at (715) 934-4850.

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

    • Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School

    What languages does Dr. Tonkin speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Tonkin 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. Tonkin. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Genitourinary System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-urinary tract surgery care
    • Reproductive organ surgery aftercare
    • Kidney surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48816: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Tonkin typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Tonkin 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. Tonkin. 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 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:

    • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
    • TURP Procedure
    • Prostate Resection Surgery
    • Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)

    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 Bladder Pressure Test
    • Complex Cystometrogram
    • Voiding Pressure Study
    • Bladder Function Test with Pressure

    CPT Codes:

    • 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique

    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 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:

    • Guided Prostate Biopsy
    • Transperineal prostate biopsy
    • Stereotactic prostate biopsy
    • Saturation prostate biopsy
    • Prostate cancer screening biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55706: Biopsies, prostate, needle, transperineal, stereotactic template guided saturation sampling, including imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Tonkin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tonkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 934-4850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tonkin accept in Ashland, WI?

    Dr. Tonkin in Ashland, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American Enterprise Group

    • Americas Insurance Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Tonkin's office located?

    Dr. Paul Tonkin's Primary Practice

    1615 Maple Ln

    Ashland, WI 54806

    (715) 934-4850

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    Dr. Paul Tonkin's Practice 2

    3500 Tower Ave

    Oliver, WI 54880

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    Dr. Paul Tonkin's Practice 3

    11040 N State Road 77

    Hayward, WI 54843

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tonkin affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tonkin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua logo
    Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua,Minocqua, WI
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    Hayward Area Memorial Hospital,Hayward, WI

    Tamarack Health - Memorial Medical Center,Ashland, WI

    St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth,Duluth, MN

    Spooner Health,Spooner, WI

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

    Dr. Tonkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497801542.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tonkin?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Tonkin's specialty?

    Dr. Tonkin is an Urologist near Ashland, WI.

    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. Paul Tonkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tonkin is affiliated with Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua 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. Paul Tonkin accepting new patients in Ashland, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Tonkin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Tonkin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tonkin's office at (715) 934-4850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Tonkin?

    Please contact Dr. Tonkin's office at (715) 934-4850 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tonkin's office located?

    Dr. Tonkin's offices are located in Ashland, WI, Oliver, WI, and Hayward, WI.

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