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49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brothers, Urologist in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Jorge Brothers, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified. Dr. Brothers graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico,Ciudad Universitaria, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Urology; Univ Of Louisville Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of Louisville Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Brothers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brothers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brothers’s office at (806) 771-5882.
Where did Dr. Brothers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Urology; Univ Of Louisville Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of Louisville Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Tulane University School Med/Aff Hosps | University of Louisville Program
Medical School: University Nacl Auto De Mexico, Fac De Med, Mexico Df, Mexico | Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico,Ciudad Universitaria, Facultad De Medicina | University of New Mexico School of Medicine | Universidad AutÛnoma de Nuevo LeÛn Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Brothers board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Brothers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Brothers speak?
Dr. Brothers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Brothers typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Brothers 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. Brothers. 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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Pre-op lung check
- Breathing assessment before surgery
- Respiratory clearance for procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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]
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Brothers typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Brothers 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. Brothers. 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:
- Maximum Breathing Capacity Test
- Lung Function Tests
- Maximal voluntary ventilation test
- Lung capacity test
- Breathing strength test
CPT Codes:
- 94200: Maximum breathing capacity, maximal voluntary ventilation
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- 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
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)
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:
- Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
- TURP Procedure
- Prostate Resection Surgery
- Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)
Also known as:
- Prostate Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Prostate
- Punch Biopsy of Prostate
- Prostate Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach
Does Dr. Brothers accept my insurance?
Dr. Brothers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 771-5882 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brothers accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Brothers in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brothers' office located?
What is Dr. Brothers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brothers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841232923.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brothers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brothers
What is Dr. Jorge Brothers's specialty?
Dr. Brothers is a Urologist near Lubbock, 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. Jorge Brothers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brothers is affiliated with Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital, Plains Regional 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 Jorge Brothers accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Brothers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Brothers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brothers's office at (806) 771-5882 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Brothers?
Please contact Dr. Brothers's office at (806) 771-5882 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Brothers have?
Dr. Jorge Brothers is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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