38 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birns, Urologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Douglas Birns, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Birns graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Urology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Birns is fluent in English and Hungarian/Magyar, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birns’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birns’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Birns?
Dr. Douglas Birns, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Birns empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Kidney Stones, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Prostate Cancer, Urologic Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Birns is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Birns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Urology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Birns board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Birns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Birns speak?
Dr. Birns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hungarian/Magyar
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Birns typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Birns 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. Birns. 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:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
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:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Birns typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Birns 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. Birns. 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:
- Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
- ESWL
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
Does Dr. Birns accept my insurance?
Dr. Birns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birns accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Birns in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Douglas Birns?
Dr. Birns has appointments available at his New York, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Birns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134158488.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birns
What is Dr. Douglas Birns's specialty?
Dr. Birns is a Urologist near New York, NY.
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. Douglas Birns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birns is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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
When to see an Urologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Birns accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Birns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Birns offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Birns, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Birns?
Yes, Dr. Birns offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Birns, or contact the office for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Birns have?
Dr. Douglas Birns is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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