Dr. Christopher Kane, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Kane graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda and completed his residency at Naval Hospital, Urology Alameda Co Med Ctr, General Surgery.
Dr. Kane is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kane’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kane’s office at (800) 926-8273.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kane?
Dr. Christopher Kane, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Kane empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bladder Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Laparoscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Prostate Cancer, Robotic Surgery, Urologic Cancer, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Kane is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kane go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Hospital, Urology Alameda Co Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Naval Medical Center, Oakland | Naval Regional Medical Center, Oakland | Chair, Department of Urology | Professor of Urology
Is Dr. Kane board certified in Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Kane, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Kane speak?
Dr. Kane and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kane treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Kane 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. Kane. 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:
Routine Adult Health Checkup
Health Checkup
Adult physical exam
Annual wellness visit for adults
General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
Having a Heart Transplant
Having a Kidney Transplant
Heart Transplantation
Kidney Transplantation
Kidney Transplant
Cardiac transplant
Heart replacement surgery
Post-heart transplant
Renal transplant
Kidney replacement surgery
Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
Z941: Heart transplant status
Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
Lipid Disorder Screening
Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
Health Screening
Cholesterol Screening
Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
Lipid Panel Test
Hormone Disorder Screening
Gland Disorder Screening
Endocrine System Check
ICD-10 Codes:
Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder
Also known as:
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
Liver Transplant
Lung Transplant
Liver Transplantation
Lung Transplantation
Hepatic Transplant
Liver Graft
New Liver
Pulmonary Transplant
Lung Graft
New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
Z944: Liver transplant status
Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
High Cholesterol
Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Hyperlipidemia
High lipids
Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
Hypothyroidism
Congenital hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
Underactive Thyroid
Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
Health Screening
STD screening
Sexual health check
Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
Blood
Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
Special Medical Examination
Specific health check
Detailed medical assessment
Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
Prediabetes
Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
Borderline diabetes
Insulin resistance
High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
Anemia
Low Red Blood Cell Count
Low Hemoglobin
Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
Age-Related Osteoporosis
Fractures
Osteoporosis
Senile Osteoporosis
Primary Osteoporosis
Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
Fatigue
Tiredness
Lack of energy
Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
R5383: Other fatigue
Which procedures does Dr. Kane perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Kane may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kane's office.
Does Dr. Kane accept my insurance?
Dr. Kane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kane accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kane in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Kane's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083636294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kane?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kane
What is Dr. Christopher Kane's specialty?
Dr. Kane is a Urologist near San Diego, CA.
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. Kane to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Kane affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kane is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
UC San Diego Medical Center.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Kane accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Kane is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Kane offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kane's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kane?
Please contact Dr. Kane's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Kane have?
Dr. Christopher Kane is certified by the American Board of Urology.