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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vernez, Urologist in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Simone Vernez, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vernez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vernez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vernez’s office at (503) 652-2880.
What languages does Dr. Vernez speak?
Dr. Vernez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Vernez typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Vernez 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. Vernez. 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:
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
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:
- 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:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
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:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Vernez typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Vernez 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. Vernez. 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:
- Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy
- Minimally Invasive Prostate Removal
- Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery
- Nerve-Sparing Prostatectomy
CPT Codes:
- 55866: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, retropubic radical, including nerve sparing, includes robotic assistance, when performed
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)
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Partial Kidney Removal
- Minimally Invasive Partial Nephrectomy
- Keyhole Kidney Surgery
- Laparoscopic Kidney Resection
- Partial Kidney Removal
CPT Codes:
- 50543: Laparoscopy, surgical; partial nephrectomy
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:
- Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy
- Minimally Invasive Kidney Removal
- Keyhole Radical Nephrectomy
- Kidney Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50545: Laparoscopy, surgical; radical nephrectomy (includes removal of Gerota's fascia and surrounding fatty tissue, removal of regional lymph nodes, and adrenalectomy)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
- Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
- Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
- Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy
Does Dr. Vernez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vernez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 652-2880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vernez accept in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Vernez in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Not Specified
State of Oregon
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vernez's office located?
Dr. Simone Vernez's Primary Practice
12607 SE Mill Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98684
(503) 652-2880
What is Dr. Vernez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vernez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821524570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vernez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vernez
What is Dr. Simone Vernez's specialty?
Dr. Vernez is a Urologist near Vancouver, WA.
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. Simone Vernez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vernez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center, Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital 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 Simone Vernez accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?
Yes, Dr. Simone Vernez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Simone Vernez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vernez's office at (503) 652-2880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Simone Vernez?
Please contact Dr. Vernez's office at (503) 652-2880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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