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Who is Dr. Ponas, Urologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Stephen Ponas, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Ponas graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Urology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Ponas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponas’s office at (602) 264-0608.
Where did Dr. Ponas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Urology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery | Barnes-Jewish Hospital | Barnes-Jewish Hospital | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Ponas board certified in Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Ponas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Ponas speak?
Dr. Ponas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ponas treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Ponas 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. Ponas. 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:
- 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:
- Frequent Urination
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
- Urinary urgency
- Urgent need to pee
- Overactive bladder symptom
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
- R351: Nocturia
- R3915: Urgency of urination
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:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Asymptomatic 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
- Hidden blood in urine without symptoms
- Microscopic hematuria without symptoms
- No symptoms blood in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
- R3121: Asymptomatic microscopic hematuria
Also known as:
- Feeling of Incomplete Bladder Emptying
- Weak Urine Stream
- Urine and Urination
- Incomplete urination
- Bladder not emptying fully
- Residual urine sensation
- Still feel like I need to pee
- Poor urinary stream
- Slow urine flow
- Difficulty peeing
- Trouble starting urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3914: Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying
- R3912: Poor urinary stream
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
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
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3941: Urge incontinence
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R338: Other retention of urine
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Other Types of Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Various forms of ED
- Different causes of impotence
- Other erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N528: Other male erectile dysfunction
Which procedures does Dr. Ponas perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Stephen Ponas may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ponas' office.
Does Dr. Ponas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 264-0608 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponas accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ponas in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ponas' office located?
Dr. Stephen Ponas' Primary Practice
5133 N Central Ave Ste 206
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 264-0608
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stephen Ponas?
Dr. Ponas has appointments available at his Phoenix, AZ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Ponas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205832706.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponas
What is Dr. Stephen Ponas's specialty?
Dr. Ponas is a Urologist near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Ponas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Ponas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponas is affiliated with HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ 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 Stephen Ponas accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Ponas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Ponas offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ponas, or call (602) 264-0608 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Ponas?
Please contact Dr. Ponas's office at (602) 264-0608 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Ponas have?
Dr. Stephen Ponas is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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