Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thorgaard, Urologist in Ames, IA?
Where did Dr. Thorgaard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Urology; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, General Surgery; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery | University of Texas At Southwestern | Methodist Health System Dallas Program
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Thorgaard board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Bradley Thorgaard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Thorgaard speak?
Dr. Thorgaard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Thorgaard typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Thorgaard 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. Thorgaard. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate
- Bladder retention
- Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Prostate
- Prostate Disease
- Indeterminate prostate mass
- Prostate tumor of unknown nature
- Prostate neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D400: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of prostate
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:
- Kidney and Ureter Stones
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal and Ureteral Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Thorgaard typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Thorgaard 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. Thorgaard. 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:
- Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
- Foley catheter insertion
- Indwelling bladder catheter placement
- Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope with Ureteral Manipulation
- Cystourethroscopy with Ureteral Catheterization
- Ureter Manipulation (No Stone Removal)
- Bladder Scope with Ureter Access
CPT Codes:
- 52330: Cystourethroscopy (including ureteral catheterization); with manipulation, without removal of ureteral calculus
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
Also known as:
- Vasectomy
- Male Birth Control Surgery
- Male Sterilization Procedure
- Semen Analysis After Vasectomy
CPT Codes:
- 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)
Does Dr. Thorgaard accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Thorgaard's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Thorgaard's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Thorgaard affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Thorgaard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Thorgaard's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thorgaard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356323554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thorgaard?
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