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Dr. Richard Harris, MD

Dr. Richard Harris, MD

Melrose Park, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harris, Urologist in Melrose Park, IL?

    Dr. Richard Harris, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Melrose Park, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Harris graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Urology. Dr. Harris is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harris’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harris’s office at (708) 450-5055.

    Where did Dr. Harris go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Urology | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    Is Dr. Harris board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Harris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Harris speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:

    • 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:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Inflammation of the Penis Tip (Balanitis)
    • Penis Disorder
    • Balanitis
    • Glans Penis Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N481: Balanitis

    Also known as:

    • Erectile Dysfunction
    • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
    • Impotence
    • ED
    • Erection problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of prostate cancer
    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Past prostate cancer
    • Prostate cancer survivor
    • Previous prostatic malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Microscopic Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Microscopic hematuria
    • Hidden blood in urine
    • Invisible blood in pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3129: Other microscopic hematuria

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

    As an Urologist, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:

    • 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:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Urethral Stricture Dilation (Male)
    • Urethral Widening
    • Urethral Sounding
    • Filiform and Follower Dilation
    • Male Urethral Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 53621: Dilation of urethral stricture by passage of filiform and follower, male; subsequent

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
    • Intravesical Chemotherapy
    • Bladder Drug Instillation
    • Anticancer Bladder Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Does Dr. Harris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 450-5055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harris accept in Melrose Park, IL?

    Dr. Harris in Melrose Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Harris' office located?

    Dr. Richard Harris' Primary Practice

    501 W North Ave Ste 201

    Melrose Park, IL 60160

    (708) 450-5055

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    Dr. Richard Harris' Practice 2

    2850 S Wabash Ave Ste 106

    Chicago, IL 60616

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    Dr. Richard Harris' Practice 3

    3815 Highland Ave

    Downers Grove, IL 60515

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

    Dr. Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346290673.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harris?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Harris's specialty?

    Dr. Harris is a Urologist near Melrose Park, IL.

    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. Richard Harris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, Loyola University 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 Richard Harris accepting new patients in Melrose Park, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Harris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Harris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (708) 450-5055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Harris?

    Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (708) 450-5055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Harris have?

    Dr. Richard Harris is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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