Dr. Christine Santayana, DO
Annapolis, MD
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santayana, Gynecologic Oncologist in Annapolis, MD?
Dr. Christine Santayana, DO is a Gynecologic Oncologist, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Santayana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santayana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santayana’s office at (443) 231-1500.
What languages does Dr. Santayana speak?
Dr. Santayana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gynecologic Oncologist like Dr. Santayana typically treat?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Santayana 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. Santayana. 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:
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Combined incontinence
- Stress and urge incontinence
- Dual incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3946: Mixed incontinence
- N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
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:
- Postmenopausal Vaginitis
- Menopause
- Vaginitis
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Vaginal Dryness in Menopause
- Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
ICD-10 Codes:
- N952: Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis
Also known as:
- Cystocele
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Fallen Bladder
- Bladder Prolapse
- Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8110: Cystocele, unspecified
What procedures does a Gynecologic Oncologist like Dr. Santayana typically perform?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Santayana 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. Santayana. 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 and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
- Cystometrogram with Voiding Studies
- Urodynamic Study
- Bladder and Urethral Pressure Test
CPT Codes:
- 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 51729: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure) and urethral pressure profile studies (ie, urethral closure pressure profile), any technique
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Bladder Irrigation
- Bladder Wash
- Bladder Lavage
- Bladder Instillation
CPT Codes:
- 51700: Bladder irrigation, simple, lavage and/or instillation
Does Dr. Santayana accept my insurance?
Dr. Santayana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 231-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santayana accept in Annapolis, MD?
Dr. Santayana in Annapolis, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santayana's office located?
Dr. Christine Santayana's Primary Practice
810 Bestgate Rd Ste 235
Annapolis, MD 21401
(443) 231-1500
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Christine Santayana?
Dr. Santayana has appointments available at her Annapolis, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Santayana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santayana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023472578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santayana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santayana
What is Dr. Christine Santayana's specialty?
Dr. Santayana is a Gynecologic Oncologist near Annapolis, MD.
What does a Gynecologic Oncologist do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist specializing in gynecologic oncology provides consultation and comprehensive management for patients with gynecologic cancer. This includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures essential for the total care of patients with gynecologic cancer and addressing any resulting complications.
Is this Dr. Christine Santayana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santayana is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Um Capital Region Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Calverthealth Medical Center 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 Christine Santayana accepting new patients in Annapolis, MD?
Yes, Dr. Christine Santayana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Santayana offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Santayana, or call (443) 231-1500 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Santayana?
Please contact Dr. Santayana's office at (443) 231-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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