Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tatem, Urologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Alexander Tatem, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Tatem graduated from Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Indiana University. He is a member of the American Urological Association, Sexual Medicine Society of North America, Society for the Study of Male Reproduction, American Society for Reproductive Medicine, Society for Male Reproduction and Urology, Society of Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons, and Alpha Omega Alpha. Dr. Tatem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tatem’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tatem’s office at (317) 890-2000.
Where did Dr. Tatem go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine
Residency: Indiana University
Medical School: University of Georgia | Medical College of Georgia
What languages does Dr. Tatem speak?
Dr. Tatem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tatem treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Tatem 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. Tatem. 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:
- Abnormal Cells in Male Genital Organs
- Unspecified Abnormal Finding in Male Genital Organs
- Unusual cells male genitals
- Male reproductive cell changes
- Abnormal male genital cytology
- General abnormal male genital test
- Unspecified male reproductive finding
- Male genital abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R866: Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from male genital organs
- R869: Unspecified abnormal finding in specimens from male genital organs
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Varicocele
- Testicular Disorder
- Varicose Veins
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
- Scrotal Varicose Veins
- Pampiniform Plexus Varices
- Testicular Varices
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
- I861: Scrotal varices
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Other Types of Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
- Various forms of ED
- Different causes of impotence
- Other erection problems
- Sexual dysfunction (male)
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
- N528: Other male erectile dysfunction
- N5231: Erectile dysfunction following radical prostatectomy
- N521: Erectile dysfunction due to diseases classified elsewhere
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:
- Peyronie's Disease
- Penis Disorder
- Penile Curvature (Peyronie's Disease)
- Penile curvature
- Bent penis
- Induration penis plastica
ICD-10 Codes:
- N486: Induration penis plastica
Also known as:
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
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:
- Abnormal Hormone Levels in Organ or Tissue Samples
- Unusual Hormone Test Results
- Atypical Hormone Levels
- Hormone Imbalance in Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R891: Abnormal level of hormones in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
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:
- 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:
- Vasectomy History
- Vasectomy
- Had a Vasectomy
- Male Sterilization
- Post-Vasectomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9852: Vasectomy status
Also known as:
- Penile Prosthesis Breakdown
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Penile implant failure
- Broken penile implant
- Mechanical issue with penile prosthesis
ICD-10 Codes:
- T83410A: Breakdown (mechanical) of implanted penile prosthesis, initial encounter
Also known as:
- History of prostate cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Past prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer survivor
- Previous prostatic malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
What procedures does Dr. Tatem perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Tatem 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. Tatem. 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:
- Inflatable Penile Implant Surgery
- Multi-component Penile Prosthesis
- Erectile Dysfunction Implant
- Penis Pump Implant
CPT Codes:
- 54405: Insertion of multi-component, inflatable penile prosthesis, including placement of pump, cylinders, and reservoir
Also known as:
- Injection for Erectile Dysfunction
- Penile injection therapy
- Intracavernosal injection
- Papaverine injection
CPT Codes:
- 54235: Injection Of Corpora Cavernosa With Pharmacologic Agent(S) (Eg, Papaverine, Phentolamine)
Also known as:
- Injection for Peyronie's Disease
- Peyronie's Disease Injection Therapy
- Penile Curvature Injection
- Xiaflex Injection
CPT Codes:
- 54200: Injection Procedure For Peyronie Disease;
Also known as:
- Penile Angulation Correction Surgery
- Penile Curvature Repair', 'Peyronie's Disease Surgery
- Penile Straightening Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 54360: Plastic operation on penis to correct angulation
Also known as:
- Varicocele Removal or Vein Ligation
- Varicocelectomy
- Spermatic vein ligation
- Varicocele surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55530: Excision of varicocele or ligation of spermatic veins for varicocele; (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Removal and Replacement
- Penile Implant Revision
- Replace Penile Pump
- Multi-Component Penile Prosthesis Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 54410: Removal and replacement of all component(s) of a multi-component, inflatable penile prosthesis at the same operative session
Also known as:
- Peyronie's Disease Plaque Removal
- Penile Plaque Excision', 'Peyronie's Surgery
- Penis Curvature Correction
CPT Codes:
- 54110: Excision of penile plaque (Peyronie disease);
Also known as:
- Vasectomy Reversal Surgery
- Vasovasostomy
- Vasovasorrhaphy
- Sperm Duct Repair
CPT Codes:
- 55400: Vasovasostomy, vasovasorrhaphy
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:
- Hydrocele Removal (One Side)
- Hydrocele Excision
- Fluid Sac Removal Testicle
- Scrotal Swelling Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55040: Excision of hydrocele; unilateral
Also known as:
- Epididymis Removal
- Epididymis Excision
- Unilateral Epididymectomy
CPT Codes:
- 54860: Epididymectomy; unilateral
Also known as:
- Male Urinary Incontinence Sling Surgery
- Male Urethral Sling
- Incontinence Surgery Men
- Bladder Control Sling
CPT Codes:
- 53440: Sling operation for correction of male urinary incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Insertion of Artificial Urinary Sphincter
- Inflatable Sphincter Placement
- Urinary Incontinence Device
- Bladder Neck Sphincter Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 53445: Insertion of inflatable urethral/bladder neck sphincter, including placement of pump, reservoir, and cuff
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:
- Artificial Urinary Sphincter Replacement
- Urinary Sphincter Exchange
- Inflatable Sphincter Replacement
- Bladder Neck Sphincter Change
CPT Codes:
- 53447: Removal and replacement of inflatable urethral/bladder neck sphincter including pump, reservoir, and cuff at the same operative session
Does Dr. Tatem accept my insurance?
Dr. Tatem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 890-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tatem accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Tatem in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Unified Group Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tatem's office located?
Dr. Alexander Tatem's Primary Practice
8240 Naab Rd Ste 220
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 890-2000
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Urological Association
Member
Sexual Medicine Society of North America
Member
Society for the Study of Male Reproduction
Member
American Society for Reproductive Medicine
Member
Society for Male Reproduction and Urology
Member
Society of Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons
Member
Alpha Omega Alpha
Member
What is Dr. Tatem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tatem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114364064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tatem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tatem
What is Dr. Alexander Tatem's specialty?
Dr. Tatem is a Urologist near Indianapolis, IN. 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. Contact Dr. Tatem to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Tatem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tatem is affiliated with IU Health West Hospital, Hendricks Regional Health, Ascension St. Vincent Carmel, IU Health North Hospital, Columbus Regional Hospital, Hancock Regional Hospital 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 Alexander Tatem accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Tatem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Tatem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tatem's office at (317) 890-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Tatem?
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