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Who is Dr. Choi, Urologist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Gwen Choi, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Choi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (843) 981-5111.
Where did Dr. Choi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Choi board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Gwen Choi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Choi speak?
Dr. Choi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Choi treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Stones
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney and Ureter Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
- Renal and Ureteral Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
- N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Blood in Urine
- Asymptomatic Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
- Hidden blood in urine without symptoms
- Microscopic hematuria without symptoms
- No symptoms blood in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
- R3121: Asymptomatic microscopic hematuria
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:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3941: Urge incontinence
What procedures does Dr. Choi perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
- Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
- Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
- Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple
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:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?
Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 981-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Choi in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Marine Engineers Benefits Association
Medicare
State of South Carolina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Choi's office located?
Dr. Gwen Choi's Primary Practice
2 Medical Park Rd Ste 300
Columbia, SC 29203
(843) 981-5111
Dr. Gwen Choi's Practice 2
874 Whipple Rd Ste 100
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 981-5111
What is Dr. Choi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528287836.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi
What is Dr. Gwen Choi's specialty?
Dr. Choi is a Urologist near Columbia, SC. 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. Choi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gwen Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choi is affiliated with MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, MUSC Health University Medical Center, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, MUSC Health - Orangeburg, Prisma Health Richland Hospital 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 Gwen Choi accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Gwen Choi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gwen Choi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (843) 981-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gwen Choi?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (843) 981-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gwen Choi have?
Dr. Gwen Choi is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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