Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palagiri, Pediatric Urologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Anand Palagiri, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Palagiri graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Louis University (SLU) Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Palagiri is fluent in English, Arabic, French, German, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palagiri’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palagiri’s office at (314) 251-6990.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Palagiri?
Dr. Anand Palagiri, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Palagiri empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hypospadias, Undescended Testis, Urinary Tract Infections, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis/MO community, Dr. Palagiri is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Palagiri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: St. Louis University Hospital - Pediatric Urology
Residency: St. Louis University (SLU) Affiliated Hospitals | St Louis University Group of Hospitals Program
Medical School: ST LOUIS UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Palagiri board certified as a Pediatric Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Anand Palagiri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Palagiri speak?
Dr. Palagiri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
German
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Palagiri treat?
As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Palagiri 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. Palagiri. 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:
- Other Penis Disorder
- Hidden Penis
- Phimosis
- Twisted Penis
- Other Congenital Penis Malformation
- Penis Disorder
- Various penile conditions
- Unspecified penis problems
- Penis abnormalities
- Buried penis
- Concealed penis
- Retractile penis
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Penile torsion
- Penis twisting
- Acquired penile twist
- Penis birth defects
- Congenital penile anomaly
- Penis development issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N4889: Other specified disorders of penis
- Q5564: Hidden penis
- N471: Phimosis
- N4882: Acquired torsion of penis
- Q5569: Other congenital malformation of penis
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Congenital Chordee
- Penis Disorder
- Penile Curvature at Birth
- Bent Penis (Congenital)
- Chordee
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q544: Congenital chordee
Also known as:
- Vesicoureteral Reflux
- Ureteral Disorder
- Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
- VUR
- Urine Reflux
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified
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:
- History of Corrected Genitourinary Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Past Kidney Malformation
- Previous Bladder Anomaly
- History of Reproductive Organ Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87718: Personal history of other specified (corrected) congenital malformations of genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Balanic Hypospadias
- Penis Disorder
- Glandular Hypospadias
- Coronal Hypospadias
- Mild Hypospadias
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q540: Hypospadias, balanic
Also known as:
- Congenital Penile Torsion
- Birth Defects
- Penis Disorder
- Twisted Penis at Birth
- Penile Rotation
- Congenital Penile Curvature
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5563: Congenital torsion of penis
Also known as:
- Genitourinary postoperative problems
- Urinary tract complications after surgery
- Reproductive system post-op issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N9989: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system
Also known as:
- History of Other Urinary System Disease
- Bladder Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Past bladder problems
- Previous kidney conditions
- History of urinary tract issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87448: Personal history of other diseases of urinary system
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
Also known as:
- Retractile Testicle
- Testicular Disorder
- Ascending Testicle
- Mobile Testicle
- Gliding Testicle
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5522: Retractile testis
Also known as:
- Fetal Genitourinary Anomalies
- Fetal Urinary Tract Defects
- Fetal Reproductive Organ Malformations
- Congenital Kidney Problems in Fetus
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35EXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal genitourinary anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Bedwetting
- Bladder Control Problems & Bedwetting in Children
- Nocturnal Enuresis
- Nighttime Wetting
- Childhood Bedwetting
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3944: Nocturnal enuresis
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Hydrocele
- Testicular Disorder
- Fluid in scrotum
- Scrotal swelling
- Water on the testicle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Palagiri perform?
As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Palagiri 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. Palagiri. 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:
- Simple Scrotum Reshaping Surgery
- Complex Scrotum Repair
- Scrotal Reconstruction
- Scrotum Plastic Surgery
- Genital Reshaping Male
- Simple Scrotoplasty
- Scrotoplasty
- Scrotum Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55175: Scrotoplasty; simple
- 55180: Scrotoplasty; complicated
Also known as:
- Penis Repair for Chordee or Hypospadias
- Chordee Correction Surgery
- Hypospadias Repair (First Stage)
- Penile Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 54304: Plastic operation on penis for correction of chordee or for first stage hypospadias repair with or without transplantation of prepuce and/or skin flaps
Also known as:
- Penile Angulation Correction Surgery
- Removing Penile Adhesions After Circumcision
- Penile Curvature Repair', 'Peyronie's Disease Surgery
- Penile Straightening Surgery
- Post-Circumcision Adhesion Release
- Penile Adhesiolysis
- Circumcision Scar Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 54360: Plastic operation on penis to correct angulation
- 54162: Lysis or excision of penile post-circumcision adhesions
Also known as:
- Distal Hypospadias Repair
- Complex Hypospadias Repair Surgery
- Penis Urethra Repair
- Magpi Procedure
- V-flap Hypospadias Surgery
- Urethroplasty for Hypospadias
- Chordee Correction
- Penis Reconstruction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 54322: 1-stage distal hypospadias repair (with or without chordee or circumcision); with simple meatal advancement (eg, Magpi, V-flap)
- 54328: 1-stage distal hypospadias repair (with or without chordee or circumcision); with extensive dissection to correct chordee and urethroplasty with local skin flaps, skin graft patch, and/or island flap
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicle Surgery
- Orchiopexy
- Testicular Fixation
- Cryptorchidism Repair
- Inguinal Orchiopexy
CPT Codes:
- 54640: Orchiopexy, inguinal or scrotal approach
Also known as:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Also known as:
- Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
- Foley catheter insertion
- Indwelling bladder catheter placement
- Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
Also known as:
- Urethral Opening Repair
- Urethromeatoplasty
- Meatal Advancement
- Urethral Meatus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 53450: Urethromeatoplasty, with mucosal advancement
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Implant Injection
- Cystourethroscopy with Injection
- Ureteral Catheterization with Implant
- Bladder Scope for Reflux
- Ureteral Implant Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52327: Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with subureteric injection of implant material
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Dressing Change Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound Dressing Change with Sedation
- Non-Burn Dressing Change Under General Anesthesia
- Surgical Dressing Change
CPT Codes:
- 15852: Dressing change (for other than burns) under anesthesia (other than local)
Also known as:
- Colposcopy (Vagina and Cervix)
- Colposcopy
- Vaginal colposcopy
- Cervical colposcopy
- Examination of vagina and cervix
CPT Codes:
- 57420: Colposcopy of the entire vagina, with cervix if present;
Does Dr. Palagiri accept my insurance?
Dr. Palagiri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 251-6990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palagiri accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Palagiri in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Tall Tree Administrators
Texas State University System
WCA Group Health Trust
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Where is Dr. Palagiri's office located?
Dr. Anand Palagiri's Primary Practice
621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 537
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 251-6990
Dr. Anand Palagiri's Practice 2
2115 S Fremont Ave Ste 2900
Springfield, MO 65804
(314) 251-6990
What is Dr. Palagiri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palagiri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578769006.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palagiri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palagiri
What is Dr. Anand Palagiri's specialty?
Dr. Palagiri is a Pediatric Urologist near Saint Louis, MO. Pediatric Surgeons are the health care professionals who can diagnose, treat, and manage children's urinary and genital problems. They dedicate at least 50% of their practice to the urological needs of infants, children, and adolescents. They offer health services such as Evaluation and management of voiding disorders; Vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary tract infections that require surgery; Surgical reconstruction of the urinary tract (including kidneys, ureters, and bladder) to address genital abnormalities, hypospadias, and intersex conditions; Surgery for childhood and adolescent groin conditions, such as undescended testes, hydrocele/hernia, and varicocele. Contact Dr. Palagiri to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anand Palagiri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palagiri is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis 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
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Is Anand Palagiri accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Anand Palagiri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anand Palagiri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palagiri's office at (314) 251-6990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anand Palagiri?
Please contact Dr. Palagiri's office at (314) 251-6990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anand Palagiri have?
Dr. Anand Palagiri is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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