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Dr. Kathryn Gessner, MD, PHD

Chapel Hill, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gessner, Urologist in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Kathryn Gessner, MD, PHD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Gessner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gessner’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gessner’s office at (919) 966-7890.

    What languages does Dr. Gessner speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Gessner 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. Gessner. 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:

    • 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:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Gessner 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. Gessner. 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)

    Does Dr. Gessner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gessner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 966-7890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gessner accept in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Gessner in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

    • Medicare

    • Not Specified

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    Where is Dr. Gessner's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Gessner's Primary Practice

    101 Manning Dr

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

    (919) 966-7890

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

    Dr. Gessner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750749594.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gessner?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Gessner's specialty?

    Dr. Gessner is a Urologist near Chapel Hill, NC.

    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. Kathryn Gessner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gessner is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital-Unc which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see an Urologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Kathryn Gessner accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Gessner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Gessner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gessner's office at (919) 966-7890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Gessner?

    Please contact Dr. Gessner's office at (919) 966-7890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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