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Who is Dr. Karellas, Urologist in Trumbull, CT?
Dr. Michael Karellas, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Trumbull, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Karellas completed his residency at University of Kansas Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Karellas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karellas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karellas’s office at (203) 276-8545.
Where did Dr. Karellas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (Urologic Oncology)
Residency: University of Kansas Affiliated Hospitals
What languages does Dr. Karellas speak?
Dr. Karellas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Karellas typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Karellas 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. Karellas. 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 here.
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:
- Urinary System Disorder
- Bladder Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- The Urinary Tract & How It Works
- Urinary Tract Problem
- Kidney and Bladder Issues
- Urological Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N399: Disorder of urinary system, 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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Karellas typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Karellas 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. Karellas. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
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:
- 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:
- Bladder Irrigation
- Bladder Wash
- Bladder Lavage
- Bladder Instillation
CPT Codes:
- 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation
Also known as:
- Bladder Tumor Removal (Medium Size)
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
- Bladder Tumor Fulguration
- Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 52235: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor(s) (2.0 to 5.0 cm)
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Karellas accept my insurance?
Dr. Karellas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 276-8545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karellas accept in Trumbull, CT?
Dr. Karellas in Trumbull, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Medicare
State of Connecticut
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Where is Dr. Karellas' office located?
What is Dr. Karellas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karellas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376671396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karellas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karellas
What is Dr. Michael Karellas's specialty?
Dr. Karellas is a Urologist near Trumbull, CT.
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 this Dr. Michael Karellas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karellas is affiliated with Greenwich Hospital, Stamford Health, Bridgeport Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lawrence & Memorial 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 Michael Karellas accepting new patients in Trumbull, CT?
Yes, Dr. Michael Karellas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Karellas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karellas's office at (203) 276-8545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Karellas?
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