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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Airhart, Urologist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Richard Airhart, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Airhart graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Urology; Kttc Med Ctr Keesler, Internal Medicine. Dr. Airhart is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Airhart’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Airhart’s office at (504) 889-5426.
Where did Dr. Airhart go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Urology; Kttc Med Ctr Keesler, Internal Medicine | Keesler Medical Center Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Airhart board certified in Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Airhart, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Airhart speak?
Dr. Airhart and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Airhart treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Airhart 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. Airhart. 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
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
- R351: Nocturia
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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Chronic Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Chronic Cystitis
- Long-term Bladder Infection
- Persistent Bladder Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3020: Other chronic cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
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:
- 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:
- Family History of Prostate Cancer
- Family History
- Prostate Cancer
- Genetic risk for prostate cancer
- Hereditary prostate cancer
- Family history of male reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8042: Family history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Airhart perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Airhart 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. Airhart's office.
Does Dr. Airhart accept my insurance?
Dr. Airhart accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 889-5426 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Airhart accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Airhart in Metairie, LA 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)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Airhart's office located?
Dr. Richard Airhart's Primary Practice
4315 Houma Blvd Ste 400
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 889-5426
What is Dr. Airhart's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Airhart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013909266.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Airhart?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Airhart
What is Dr. Richard Airhart's specialty?
Dr. Airhart is a Urologist near Metairie, LA. 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. Airhart to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Airhart affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Airhart is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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
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Is Richard Airhart accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Airhart is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Airhart offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Airhart's office at (504) 889-5426 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Airhart?
Please contact Dr. Airhart's office at (504) 889-5426 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Airhart have?
Dr. Richard Airhart is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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