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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonzalez, Urologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Gonzalez graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Colorado Program A. Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez’s office at (713) 441-6455.
Where did Dr. Gonzalez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Colorado Program A
Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Gonzalez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Gonzalez typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez. 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:
- 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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
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:
- 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
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Combined incontinence
- Stress and urge incontinence
- Dual incontinence
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3946: Mixed incontinence
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Gonzalez typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez. 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:
- Laser Prostate Surgery (HoLEP)
- Holmium laser enucleation of prostate
- Prostate morcellation
- BPH laser surgery
- Laser prostatectomy
CPT Codes:
- 52649: Laser enucleation of the prostate with morcellation, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, internal urethrotomy and transurethral resection of prostate are included if performed)
Also known as:
- Complex Urine Flow Test
- Uroflowmetry
- Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
- Bladder Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)
Does Dr. Gonzalez accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 441-6455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gonzalez in Houston, TX 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)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez's Primary Practice
6560 Fannin St Ste 2100
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 441-6455
What is Dr. Gonzalez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629020292.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez
What is Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez is a Urologist near Houston, TX.
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. Ricardo Gonzalez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Dhr Health, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist West 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 Ricardo Gonzalez accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (713) 441-6455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Gonzalez?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (713) 441-6455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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