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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amukele, Urologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Samuel Amukele, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Amukele completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Urology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Amukele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amukele’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amukele’s office at (619) 662-5458.
Where did Dr. Amukele go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Urology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny
Is Dr. Amukele board certified in Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Amukele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Amukele speak?
Dr. Amukele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Amukele treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Amukele 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. Amukele. 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:
- History of Kidney Stones
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Past kidney stones
- Previous urinary stones
- History of renal calculi
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87442: Personal history of urinary calculi
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- History of kidney cancer
- History of prostate cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Wilms tumor
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Past kidney cancer
- Renal cancer survivor
- Previous kidney malignancy
- Past prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer survivor
- Previous prostatic malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85528: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of kidney
- Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
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:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Which procedures does Dr. Amukele perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Samuel Amukele 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. Amukele's office.
Does Dr. Amukele accept my insurance?
Dr. Amukele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 662-5458 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amukele accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Amukele in San Diego, CA 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
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Amukele's office located?
What is Dr. Amukele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amukele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871570341.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amukele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amukele
What is Dr. Samuel Amukele's specialty?
Dr. Amukele is a Urologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Amukele to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Amukele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amukele is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical 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 Samuel Amukele accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Amukele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Amukele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amukele's office at (619) 662-5458 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Amukele?
Please contact Dr. Amukele's office at (619) 662-5458 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Amukele have?
Dr. Samuel Amukele is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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