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Dr. Khurshid Guru, MD

Buffalo, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guru, Urologist in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Khurshid Guru, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Guru graduated from J J M MED COLL and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Urology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Guru is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guru’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guru’s office at (716) 845-2300.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Guru?

    Dr. Khurshid Guru, 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. Guru empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bladder Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Robotic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Buffalo, NY community, Dr. Guru is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Guru go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Urology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: J J M MED COLL | Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Guru speak?

    Dr. Guru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Guru typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Guru 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. Guru. 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:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
    • C672: Malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of bladder

    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:

    • Personal History of Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Cancer
    • Past bladder cancer
    • Previous urinary bladder malignancy
    • History of bladder tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Tumor
    • Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Ostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Urostomy Care
    • Urinary Stoma Management
    • Kidney Ostomy Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract

    Also known as:

    • History of prostate cancer
    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Past prostate cancer
    • Prostate cancer survivor
    • Previous prostatic malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Guru typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Guru 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. Guru. 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:

    • 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:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    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:

    • Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
    • Nephrostomy tube exchange
    • Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
    • Kidney drainage tube replacement
    • Nephrostogram with catheter exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Prostate Removal
    • Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery
    • Nerve-Sparing Prostatectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55866: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, retropubic radical, including nerve sparing, includes robotic assistance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
    • Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
    • Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
    • Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
    • Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy

    Does Dr. Guru accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 845-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guru accept in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Guru in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Guru's office located?

    Dr. Khurshid Guru's Primary Practice

    Elm and Carlton St

    Buffalo, NY 14263

    (716) 845-2300

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    What is Dr. Guru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Guru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568443117.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guru?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guru

    What is Dr. Khurshid Guru's specialty?

    Dr. Guru is a Urologist near Buffalo, 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. Khurshid Guru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guru is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center 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 Khurshid Guru accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Khurshid Guru is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Khurshid Guru offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guru's office at (716) 845-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Khurshid Guru?

    Please contact Dr. Guru's office at (716) 845-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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