Dr. Meredith Lightfoot, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lightfoot graduated from Texas A&M University and completed her residency at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Affiliated Hospitals.
Dr. Lightfoot is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lightfoot’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lightfoot’s office at (214) 691-1902.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lightfoot?
Dr. Meredith Lightfoot, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lightfoot empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Incontinence, Laparoscopic Kidney Surgery, Prostate Benign Disease (BPH), or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Plano/TX community, Dr. Lightfoot is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lightfoot go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Lightfoot board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Meredith Lightfoot, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Lightfoot speak?
Dr. Lightfoot and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lightfoot treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Lightfoot 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. Lightfoot. 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:
Kidney Stones
Ureter Stone
Kidney and Ureter Stones
Urinary Tract Stones
Ureteral Disorder
Bladder Disease
Renal Calculi
Nephrolithiasis
Kidney Calculi
Ureteral Calculus
Renal and Ureteral Calculi
Urinary Calculi
Bladder Stones
Urolithiasis
ICD-10 Codes:
N200: Calculus of kidney
N201: Calculus of ureter
N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
N209: Urinary calculus, 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:
Microscopic Blood in Urine
Blood in Urine
Visible Blood in Urine
Urine and Urination
Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
Microscopic hematuria
Hidden blood in urine
Invisible blood in pee
Hematuria
Bloody urine
Red urine
Gross hematuria
Macroscopic hematuria
Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
R319: Hematuria, unspecified
R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
Stress Urinary Incontinence
Urge Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Incontinence
Stress Incontinence
Leakage with Coughing
Bladder Leakage with Activity
Urge Incontinence
Overactive Bladder
Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
Postmenopausal Vaginitis
Menopause
Vaginitis
Atrophic Vaginitis
Vaginal Dryness in Menopause
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
ICD-10 Codes:
N952: Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis
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:
Swollen Kidney
Kidney Disease
Hydronephrosis
Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
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:
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:
Bladder Cancer
Urinary Bladder Cancer
Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
Growth of unknown type in the kidney
Kidney Cancer
Kidney tumor of uncertain nature
Undetermined kidney growth
ICD-10 Codes:
D4100: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of unspecified kidney
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
What procedures does Dr. Lightfoot perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Lightfoot 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. Lightfoot. 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:
Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
Cystoscopy with Ureteroscopy and Stone Breaking
ESWL
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
Shock Wave Lithotripsy
Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
Bladder scope for stones
Kidney stone breaking with stent
Ureteral stent placement for stones
Ureteroscopy with Lithotripsy
Bladder Scope with Stone Removal
Kidney Stone Laser Treatment
CPT Codes:
50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
52353: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy (ureteral catheterization is included)
Also known as:
Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
Double-J stent insertion
Gibbons stent placement
Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
Bladder or Urethra Implant Injection
Bladder Dilation for Interstitial Cystitis
Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
Bladder Neck Injection
Endoscopic Urethral Implant
Cystoscopy with Bladder Dilation
Interstitial Cystitis Treatment
Bladder Stretching Procedure
CPT Codes:
51715: Endoscopic injection of implant material into the submucosal tissues of the urethra and/or bladder neck
52260: Cystourethroscopy, with dilation of bladder for interstitial cystitis; general or conduction (spinal) anesthesia
Also known as:
Small Bladder Tumor Removal (Cystoscopy)
Cystourethroscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
Bladder Tumor Fulguration
Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
CPT Codes:
52234: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; SMALL bladder tumor(s) (0.5 up to 2.0 cm)
Also known as:
Bladder and Urethra Scope
Cystoscopy
Urethroscopy
Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
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:
Diagnostic Bladder and Urinary Tract Scope
Cystourethroscopy
Ureteroscopy
Pyeloscopy
Urinary Tract Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
52351: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; diagnostic
Also known as:
Bladder and Urethra Scope with Biopsy
Cystoscopy with Biopsy
Urethroscopy with Biopsy
Bladder Biopsy
CPT Codes:
52204: Cystourethroscopy, with biopsy(s)
Also known as:
Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
Stress Incontinence Sling
Urethral Sling Procedure
Bladder Sling Surgery
CPT Codes:
57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
Does Dr. Lightfoot accept my insurance?
Dr. Lightfoot accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 691-1902 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lightfoot accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Lightfoot in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Lightfoot's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lightfoot's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083661052.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lightfoot?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lightfoot
What is Dr. Meredith Lightfoot's specialty?
Dr. Lightfoot is a Urologist near Plano, TX.
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. Lightfoot to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meredith Lightfoot affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lightfoot is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. 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 Meredith Lightfoot accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Meredith Lightfoot is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meredith Lightfoot offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lightfoot's office at (214) 691-1902 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meredith Lightfoot?
Please contact Dr. Lightfoot's office at (214) 691-1902 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meredith Lightfoot have?
Dr. Meredith Lightfoot is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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