Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smelser, Urologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Woodson Smelser, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Smelser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smelser’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smelser’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What languages does Dr. Smelser speak?
Dr. Smelser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Smelser typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Smelser 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. Smelser. 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 Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Smelser typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Smelser 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. Smelser. 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:
- Small Bladder Tumor Removal (Cystoscopy)
- Bladder Tumor Removal (Medium Size)
- Cystourethroscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
- Bladder Tumor Fulguration
- Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
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)
- 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:
- 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 and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Exam with Ureteral Catheterization
- Cystourethroscopy with Catheterization
- Ureteral Catheter Placement
- Bladder Scope with Ureteral Access
CPT Codes:
- 52005: Cystourethroscopy, With Ureteral Catheterization, With Or Without Irrigation, Instillation, Or Ureteropyelography, Exclusive Of Radiologic Service;
Also known as:
- Laser Vaporization of Prostate
- Laser prostatectomy
- GreenLight laser surgery
- PVP surgery
- Prostate laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 52648: Laser vaporization of prostate, 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:
- 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. Smelser accept my insurance?
Dr. Smelser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smelser accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Smelser in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Smelser's office located?
Dr. Woodson Smelser's Primary Practice
1 Barnes Jew Hosp Plz
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(615) 322-3000
What hospitals are Dr. Smelser affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Smelser has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital,St. Louis, MO
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Missouri Baptist Medical Center,St Louis, MO
Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital,Saint Peters, MO
Ranked General Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Christian Hospital,St Louis, MO
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery

Ranked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)

Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Mercy Hospital Washington,Washington, MO
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery