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Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab, MD

Palm Desert, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shafaat Talab, Urologist in Palm Desert, CA?

    Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Palm Desert, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shafaat Talab is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafaat Talab’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafaat Talab’s office at (760) 242-3232.

    What languages does Dr. Shafaat Talab speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Shafaat Talab typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Shafaat Talab 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. Shafaat Talab. 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:

    • Feeling of Incomplete Bladder Emptying
    • Urine and Urination
    • Incomplete urination
    • Bladder not emptying fully
    • Residual urine sensation
    • Still feel like I need to pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3914: Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Shafaat Talab typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Shafaat Talab 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. Shafaat Talab. 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 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 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:

    • 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:

    • Complex Urine Flow Test
    • Uroflowmetry
    • Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
    • Bladder Function Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
    • Sphincter EMG
    • Anal Sphincter Electromyography
    • Urethral Sphincter EMG
    • Pelvic Floor Muscle Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique

    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

    Does Dr. Shafaat Talab accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shafaat Talab accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 242-3232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shafaat Talab accept in Palm Desert, CA?

    Dr. Shafaat Talab in Palm Desert, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlphaCare

    • Inland Empire

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Shafaat Talab's office located?

    Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab's Primary Practice

    72650 Fred Waring Dr Ste 104

    Palm Desert, CA 92260

    (760) 242-3232

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    Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab's Practice 2

    72057 Highway 111

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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    Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab's Practice 3

    18092 Wika Rd Ste 220

    Apple Valley, CA 92307

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

    Dr. Shafaat Talab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598185100.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafaat Talab?

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

    What is Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab's specialty?

    Dr. Shafaat Talab is a Urologist near Palm Desert, 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 this Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shafaat Talab is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Saman Shafaat Talab accepting new patients in Palm Desert, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saman Shafaat Talab offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shafaat Talab's office at (760) 242-3232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saman Shafaat Talab?

    Please contact Dr. Shafaat Talab's office at (760) 242-3232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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