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Who is Dr. Patel, Urologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Darshan Patel, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (800) 926-8273.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Patel?
Dr. Darshan Patel, 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. Patel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Erectile Dysfunction, Gender-Affirming Care, Genitourinary Prosthetics, Genitourinary Reconstruction, Infertility-Male, Men's Health, Microsurgery, Peyronie's Disease, Transgender Medicine, Vasectomy Reversal, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Patel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Hydrocele
- Varicocele
- Testicular Disorder
- Varicose Veins
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
- Fluid in scrotum
- Scrotal swelling
- Water on the testicle
- Scrotal Varicose Veins
- Pampiniform Plexus Varices
- Testicular Varices
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
- N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
- I861: Scrotal varices
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:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Male Infertility
- Inability to conceive (male)
- Male factor infertility
- Sperm problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N469: Male infertility, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
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:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Fertility Preservation Counseling
- Infertility
- Egg freezing counseling
- Sperm banking counseling
- Fertility protection advice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3162: Encounter for fertility preservation counseling
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:
- Scrotal Pain
- Testicular Disorder
- Pain in scrotum
- Scrotum ache
- Scrotal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- N5082: Scrotal pain
What procedures does Dr. Patel perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Peyronie's Disease Plaque Removal with Graft
- Penile plaque excision
- Peyronie's surgery with graft', 'Penis curvature correction', 'Graft for Peyronie's
CPT Codes:
- 54112: Excision of penile plaque (Peyronie disease); with graft greater than 5 cm in length
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate 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
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Patel in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hackensack Meridian Health
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417342924.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patel
What is Dr. Darshan Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Urologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Darshan Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health 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 Darshan Patel accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Darshan Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darshan Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darshan Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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