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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Funk, Urologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Joel Funk, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Funk graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Arizona Health Sciences Center. Dr. Funk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Funk’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Funk’s office at (205) 731-9701.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Funk?
Dr. Joel Funk, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist 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. Funk empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Continent Urinary Diversions, Incontinence, Laparoscopic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Birmingham/AL community, Dr. Funk is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Funk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Arizona Health Sciences Center | Arizona Health Sciences Center | Arizona Health Sciences Center
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Funk board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Funk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Funk speak?
Dr. Funk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Funk treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Funk 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. Funk. 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:
- 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:
- 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
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:
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Loss of Bladder Control
- Urinary Incontinence
- Bladder Control Problems (Urinary Incontinence)
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Urinary incontinence
- Leaking urine
- Bladder leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
- N3941: Urge incontinence
- R32: Unspecified urinary incontinence
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
- Urinary urgency
- Urgent need to pee
- Overactive bladder symptom
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
- R3915: Urgency of urination
- R351: Nocturia
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Blood in Urine
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cystocele
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Fallen Bladder
- Bladder Prolapse
- Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8110: Cystocele, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Funk perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Funk 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. Funk. 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:
- Laser Prostate Surgery (HoLEP)
- Holmium laser enucleation of prostate
- Prostate morcellation
- BPH laser surgery
- Laser prostatectomy
CPT Codes:
- 52649: Laser enucleation of the prostate with morcellation, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, internal urethrotomy and transurethral resection of prostate are included if performed)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
- Bladder Tube Replacement
- Suprapubic Catheter Change
- Cystostomy Maintenance
CPT Codes:
- 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple
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:
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Complex Cystometrogram
- Voiding Pressure Study
- Bladder Function Test with Pressure
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 Stone Removal
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Litholapaxy
- Bladder Stone Crushing
- Cystolitholapaxy
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 52317: Litholapaxy: crushing or fragmentation of calculus by any means in bladder and removal of fragments; simple or small (less than 2.5 cm)
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
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:
- Complicated Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
- Difficult Bladder Catheter Placement
- Indwelling Catheter Insertion (Complex)
- Temporary Urinary Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 51703: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; complicated (eg, altered anatomy, fractured catheter/balloon)
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 Stone Crushing and Removal (Large/Complex)
- Litholapaxy (large stone)
- Cystolitholapaxy
- Bladder stone fragmentation
- Removal of large bladder calculus
CPT Codes:
- 52318: Litholapaxy: crushing or fragmentation of calculus by any means in bladder and removal of fragments; complicated or large (over 2.5 cm)
Also known as:
- Bladder Irrigation
- Bladder Wash
- Bladder Lavage
- Bladder Instillation
CPT Codes:
- 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope with Biopsy
- Cystoscopy with Biopsy
- Urethroscopy with Biopsy
- Bladder Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 52204: Cystourethroscopy, with biopsy(s)
Also known as:
- Bladder Opening with Drainage (Cystostomy)
- Cystostomy
- Cystotomy with Drainage
- Surgical Bladder Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 51040: Cystostomy, cystotomy with drainage
Also known as:
- Bladder & Urethra Lesion Removal
- Cystoscopy with Fulguration
- Bladder Neck Surgery
- Urethral Lesion Treatment
- Laser Treatment for Bladder
CPT Codes:
- 52214: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) of trigone, bladder neck, prostatic fossa, urethra, or periurethral glands
Also known as:
- Small Bladder Tumor Removal (Cystoscopy)
- Cystourethroscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
- Bladder Tumor Fulguration
- Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 52234: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; SMALL bladder tumor(s) (0.5 up to 2.0 cm)
Also known as:
- Bladder Dilation for Interstitial Cystitis
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Dilation
- Interstitial Cystitis Treatment
- Bladder Stretching Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52260: Cystourethroscopy, with dilation of bladder for interstitial cystitis; general or conduction (spinal) anesthesia
Also known as:
- Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
- Prostate Spacer Injection
- Periprostatic Injection
- Biodegradable Prostate Implant
- Prostate Radiation Protection Injection
CPT Codes:
- 55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
- Prostate fiducial marker insertion
- Radiation therapy guidance markers
- Prostate dosimeter placement
- Needle placement for prostate radiation
CPT Codes:
- 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
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:
- Sacral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Sacral Neuromodulation
- Bladder Stimulator Implant
- Nerve Stimulator for Pelvic Pain
- Bladder Pacemaker Surgery
- Sacral Nerve Electrode Placement
CPT Codes:
- 64561: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement) including image guidance, if performed
- 64581: Open implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement)
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
- Nerve Stimulator Implant
- Sacral Neuromodulation Device
- Gastric Stimulator Placement
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
- Stress Incontinence Sling
- Urethral Sling Procedure
- Bladder Sling Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
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:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Funk accept my insurance?
Dr. Funk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 731-9701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Funk accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Funk in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Funk's office located?
What is Dr. Funk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Funk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881720894.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Funk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Funk
What is Dr. Joel Funk's specialty?
Dr. Funk is a Urologist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Funk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Funk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Funk is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Joel Funk accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Joel Funk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Funk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Funk's office at (205) 731-9701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Funk?
Please contact Dr. Funk's office at (205) 731-9701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Funk have?
Dr. Joel Funk is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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