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Dr. Po Lam, MD

Syracuse, NY

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lam, Urologist in Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Po Lam, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Lam graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at University at Buffalo Program. Dr. Lam is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office at (315) 478-4185.

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

    • Residency: University at Buffalo Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Lam board certified in Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Po Lam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Lam speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Lam treat?

    As a Urologist, Dr. Lam 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. Lam. 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:

    • 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:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    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:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria
    • R3129: Other microscopic hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type in the Right Kidney
    • Growth of Unknown Type in the Left Kidney
    • Kidney Cancer
    • Indeterminate right kidney mass
    • Right kidney tumor of unknown nature
    • Right kidney neoplasm of uncertain behavior
    • Indeterminate left kidney mass
    • Left kidney tumor of unknown nature
    • Left kidney neoplasm of uncertain behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D4101: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of right kidney
    • D4102: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of left kidney

    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:

    • Personal History of Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Cancer
    • Past bladder cancer
    • Previous urinary bladder malignancy
    • History of bladder tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    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:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    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:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Tumor
    • Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder

    Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 478-4185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lam accept in Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Lam in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • HealthNow New York

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • MVP Healthcare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lam's office located?

    Dr. Po Lam's Primary Practice

    1226 E Water St

    Syracuse, NY 13210

    (315) 478-4185

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    Dr. Po Lam's Practice 2

    301 Prospect Ave

    Syracuse, NY 13203

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    Dr. Po Lam's Practice 3

    214 King St

    Ogdensburg, NY 13669

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

    Dr. Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043265747.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lam?

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

    What is Dr. Po Lam's specialty?

    Dr. Lam is a Urologist near Syracuse, NY. 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. Lam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Po Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lam is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny, Rome Health 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 Po Lam accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Po Lam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Po Lam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (315) 478-4185 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Po Lam?

    Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (315) 478-4185 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Po Lam have?

    Dr. Po Lam is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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