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Dr. Mark Avon, MD

Urologist

Brentwood, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Avon, Urologist in Brentwood, CA?

    Dr. Mark Avon, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Brentwood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Avon graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Urology L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Avon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avon’s office at (510) 793-3505.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Urology L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Avon speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Avon 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. Avon. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Microscopic Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Microscopic hematuria
    • Hidden blood in urine
    • Invisible blood in pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3129: Other microscopic hematuria

    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. Avon typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Avon 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. Avon. 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 and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography

    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:

    • Prostate Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy of Prostate
    • Punch Biopsy of Prostate
    • Prostate Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach

    Also known as:

    • Vasectomy
    • Male Birth Control Surgery
    • Male Sterilization Procedure
    • Semen Analysis After Vasectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Seed Implants (Brachytherapy)
    • Prostate Brachytherapy
    • Interstitial Radioelement Application
    • Prostate Radiation Seed Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 55875: Transperineal placement of needles or catheters into prostate for interstitial radioelement application, with or without cystoscopy

    Does Dr. Avon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Avon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 793-3505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Avon accept in Brentwood, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Avon's office located?

    Dr. Mark Avon's Primary Practice

    2400 Balfour Rd Ste 230

    Brentwood, CA 94513

    (510) 793-3505

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    Dr. Mark Avon's Practice 2

    1999 Mowry Ave

    Fremont, CA 94538

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    Dr. Mark Avon's Practice 3

    5201 Norris Canyon Rd Ste 210

    San Ramon, CA 94583

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

    Dr. Avon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689711756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avon?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Avon's specialty?

    Dr. Avon is an Urologist near Brentwood, CA.

    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. Mark Avon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Avon is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Eden Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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. Mark Avon accepting new patients in Brentwood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Avon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Avon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Avon's office at (510) 793-3505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Avon?

    Please contact Dr. Avon's office at (510) 793-3505 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Avon's office located?

    Dr. Avon's offices are located in Brentwood, CA, Fremont, CA, and San Ramon, CA.