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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Courson Pothoven, Urologist in Clive, IA?
Dr. Stephanie Courson Pothoven, DO is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Clive, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Courson Pothoven graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Courson Pothoven is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Courson Pothoven’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Courson Pothoven’s office at (515) 643-0400.
Where did Dr. Courson Pothoven go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Courson Pothoven speak?
Dr. Courson Pothoven and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Courson Pothoven typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Courson Pothoven 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. Courson Pothoven. 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:
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Combined incontinence
- Stress and urge incontinence
- Dual incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3946: Mixed incontinence
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
- N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N200: Calculus of kidney
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
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Courson Pothoven typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Courson Pothoven 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. Courson Pothoven. 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:
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
- Complex Cystometrogram
- Voiding Pressure Study
- Bladder Function Test with Pressure
CPT Codes:
- 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
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:
- 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:
- 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 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:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Courson Pothoven accept my insurance?
Dr. Courson Pothoven accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 643-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Courson Pothoven accept in Clive, IA?
Dr. Courson Pothoven in Clive, IA 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Iowa
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Courson Pothoven's office located?
Dr. Stephanie Courson Pothoven's Primary Practice
12129 University Ave
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 643-0400
What is Dr. Courson Pothoven's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Courson Pothoven's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033230560.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Courson Pothoven?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Courson Pothoven
What is Dr. Stephanie Courson Pothoven's specialty?
Dr. Courson Pothoven is a Urologist near Clive, IA.
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. Stephanie Courson Pothoven affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Courson Pothoven is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, St. Anthony Regional Hospital, Ascension Providence Hospital - Novi Campus 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 Stephanie Courson Pothoven accepting new patients in Clive, IA?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Courson Pothoven is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephanie Courson Pothoven offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Courson Pothoven's office at (515) 643-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephanie Courson Pothoven?
Please contact Dr. Courson Pothoven's office at (515) 643-0400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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