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Dr. Austin Hester, MD

Urologist

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hester, Urologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Austin Hester, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hester’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hester’s office at (843) 876-0444.

    What languages does Dr. Hester speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Hester 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. Hester. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems
    • Preputial Adhesions
    • Glans Adhesions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis
    • N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis

    Also known as:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis

    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:

    • Vesicoureteral Reflux
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
    • VUR
    • Urine Reflux

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Undescended Testicle in Groin (One Side)
    • Birth Defects
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Unilateral Inguinal Testis
    • One Testicle in Groin
    • Cryptorchidism (Inguinal)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q53112: Unilateral inguinal testis

    Also known as:

    • Retractile Testicle
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Ascending Testicle
    • Mobile Testicle
    • Gliding Testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q5522: Retractile testis

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Hester 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. Hester. 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.

    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:

    • Undescended Testicle Surgery
    • Orchiopexy
    • Testicular Fixation
    • Cryptorchidism Repair
    • Inguinal Orchiopexy

    CPT Codes:

    • 54640: Orchiopexy, inguinal or scrotal approach

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
    • Complex Bladder Pressure Test
    • Rectal Pressure Study
    • Gastric Pressure Test
    • Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
    • Cystometrogram with Voiding Studies
    • Urodynamic Study
    • Bladder and Urethral Pressure Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 51729: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure) and urethral pressure profile studies (ie, urethral closure pressure profile), any technique

    Also known as:

    • Bladder X-ray Injection
    • Cystogram Injection
    • VCUG Injection
    • Bladder Dye Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography

    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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Hester accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 876-0444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hester accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Hester in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hester's office located?

    Dr. Austin Hester's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 876-0444

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    Dr. Austin Hester's Practice 2

    2250 Mall Dr

    North Charleston, SC 29406

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

    Dr. Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578973327.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hester?

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

    What is Dr. Austin Hester's specialty?

    Dr. Hester is an Urologist near Charleston, SC.

    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 Dr. Austin Hester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hester is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Lexington Medical Center 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 Dr. Austin Hester accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Austin Hester is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Austin Hester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (843) 876-0444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Austin Hester?

    Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (843) 876-0444 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hester's office located?

    Dr. Hester's offices are located in Charleston, SC and North Charleston, SC.