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Dr. Brian Inouye, MD

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Inouye, Urologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Brian Inouye, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Inouye is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Inouye’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Inouye’s office at (518) 262-3341.

    What languages does Dr. Inouye speak?

    Dr. Inouye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Inouye typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Inouye 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. Inouye. 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:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    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:

    • Blocked Ureter
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Stricture
    • Narrowed Ureter
    • Ureter Obstruction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N135: Crossing vessel and stricture of ureter without hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Urethral Stricture from Injury
    • Urethral Disorder
    • Narrowing of Urethra after Trauma
    • Urethral Scarring
    • Post-traumatic Urethral Stricture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N35011: Post-traumatic bulbous urethral stricture

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate
    • Bladder retention
    • Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R338: Other retention of urine

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Inouye typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Inouye 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. Inouye. 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:

    • Urethra Widening Procedure
    • Urethral Stricture Dilation
    • Cystourethroscopy with Dilation
    • Urethral Calibration

    CPT Codes:

    • 52281: Cystourethroscopy, with calibration and/or dilation of urethral stricture or stenosis, with or without meatotomy, with or without injection procedure for cystography, male or female

    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:

    • 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:

    • Urethral Stricture Treatment (Male)
    • Cystourethroscopy with urethral dilation
    • Drug-coated balloon urethral treatment
    • Male urethral stricture repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 52284: Cystourethroscopy, with mechanical urethral dilation and urethral therapeutic drug delivery by drug-coated balloon catheter for urethral stricture or stenosis, male, including fluoroscopy, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Male Urethra Reconstruction (One Stage)
    • Male Urethroplasty
    • Urethral Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Urethra Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 53410: Urethroplasty, 1-stage reconstruction of male anterior urethra

    Also known as:

    • Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
    • Bladder Tube Replacement
    • Suprapubic Catheter Change
    • Cystostomy Maintenance

    CPT Codes:

    • 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple

    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. Inouye accept my insurance?

    Dr. Inouye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-3341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Inouye accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Inouye in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Inouye's office located?

    Dr. Brian Inouye's Primary Practice

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (518) 262-3341

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    Dr. Brian Inouye's Practice 2

    23 Hackett Blvd

    Albany, NY 12208

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    Dr. Brian Inouye's Practice 3

    1783 Route 9 Ste 205

    Halfmoon, NY 12065

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    What is Dr. Inouye's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Inouye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467871178.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Inouye?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Inouye

    What is Dr. Brian Inouye's specialty?

    Dr. Inouye is a Urologist near Albany, NY.

    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. Brian Inouye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Inouye is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Glens Falls Hospital, Upstate University Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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 Brian Inouye accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Inouye is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Inouye offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Inouye's office at (518) 262-3341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Inouye?

    Please contact Dr. Inouye's office at (518) 262-3341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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