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Who is Dr. Nguyen, Urologist in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Thai Nguyen, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nguyen graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (815) 409-4930.
Where did Dr. Nguyen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Nguyen board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Thai Nguyen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?
Dr. Nguyen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Nguyen treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N200: Calculus of kidney
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:
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
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:
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary Incontinence
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
- Urinary urgency
- Urgent need to pee
- Overactive bladder symptom
ICD-10 Codes:
- R351: Nocturia
- R3915: Urgency of urination
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for 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:
- 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:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Nguyen perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:
- 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
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
- Cystoscopy with Ureteroscopy and Stone Breaking
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- ESWL
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
- Ureteroscopy with Lithotripsy
- Bladder Scope with Stone Removal
- Kidney Stone Laser Treatment
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
- 52353: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy (ureteral catheterization is included)
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
- Sphincter EMG
- Anal Sphincter Electromyography
- Urethral Sphincter EMG
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Test
CPT Codes:
- 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique
Also known as:
- Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy
- Laser Vaporization of Prostate
- Minimally Invasive Prostate Removal
- Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery
- Nerve-Sparing Prostatectomy
- Laser prostatectomy
- GreenLight laser surgery
- PVP surgery
- Prostate laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 55866: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, retropubic radical, including nerve sparing, includes robotic assistance, when performed
- 52648: Laser vaporization of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, internal urethrotomy and transurethral resection of prostate are included if performed)
Also known as:
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Complex Cystometrogram
- Voiding Pressure Study
- Bladder Function Test with Pressure
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
- 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
- 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Urine Flow Test
- Uroflowmetry
- Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
- Bladder Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
- Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
- Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
- Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple
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:
- Laparoscopic Partial Kidney Removal
- Laparoscopic Kidney Pelvis Repair
- Minimally Invasive Partial Nephrectomy
- Keyhole Kidney Surgery
- Laparoscopic Kidney Resection
- Partial Kidney Removal
- Laparoscopic pyeloplasty
- Minimally invasive kidney repair
- Keyhole kidney drainage system repair
CPT Codes:
- 50543: Laparoscopy, surgical; partial nephrectomy
- 50544: Laparoscopy, surgical; pyeloplasty
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Exam with Ureteral Catheterization
- Cystourethroscopy with Catheterization
- Ureteral Catheter Placement
- Bladder Scope with Ureteral Access
CPT Codes:
- 52005: Cystourethroscopy, With Ureteral Catheterization, With Or Without Irrigation, Instillation, Or Ureteropyelography, Exclusive Of Radiologic Service;
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 or Urethra Implant Injection
- Bladder Dilation for Interstitial Cystitis
- Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
- Bladder Neck Injection
- Endoscopic Urethral Implant
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Dilation
- Interstitial Cystitis Treatment
- Bladder Stretching Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 51715: Endoscopic injection of implant material into the submucosal tissues of the urethra and/or bladder neck
- 52260: Cystourethroscopy, with dilation of bladder for interstitial cystitis; general or conduction (spinal) anesthesia
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:
- Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy
- Minimally Invasive Kidney Removal
- Keyhole Radical Nephrectomy
- Kidney Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50545: Laparoscopy, surgical; radical nephrectomy (includes removal of Gerota's fascia and surrounding fatty tissue, removal of regional lymph nodes, and adrenalectomy)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bladder and Urinary Tract Scope
- Cystourethroscopy
- Ureteroscopy
- Pyeloscopy
- Urinary Tract Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 52351: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Removal (Scope Procedure)
- Ureteroscopy with Stone Removal
- Pyeloscopy with Stone Removal
- Cystourethroscopy for Stones
- Ureteral Stone Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 52352: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with removal or manipulation of calculus (ureteral catheterization is included)
Also known as:
- Bladder Tumor Removal (Large Size)
- Cystoscopy with Large Bladder Tumor Resection
- Large Bladder Tumor Fulguration
- Laser Removal of Large Bladder Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 52240: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; LARGE bladder tumor(s)
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Ureter/Kidney Biopsy and Treatment
- Ureteroscopy with biopsy
- Pyeloscopy with fulguration
- Ureteral lesion removal via scope
CPT Codes:
- 52354: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with biopsy and/or fulguration of ureteral or renal pelvic lesion
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:
- Urethral Stricture Treatment (Male)
- Cystourethroscopy with urethral dilation
- Drug-coated balloon urethral treatment
- Male urethral stricture repair
CPT Codes:
- 52284: Cystourethroscopy, with mechanical urethral dilation and urethral therapeutic drug delivery by drug-coated balloon catheter for urethral stricture or stenosis, male, including fluoroscopy, when performed
Also known as:
- Prostate Treatment with Water Vapor (Rezum)
- Water vapor thermotherapy
- Rezum procedure
- Transurethral prostate destruction
- BPH treatment
CPT Codes:
- 53854: Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency generated water vapor thermotherapy
Also known as:
- Urethra Widening Procedure
- Urethral Stricture Dilation
- Cystourethroscopy with Dilation
- Urethral Calibration
CPT Codes:
- 52281: Cystourethroscopy, with calibration and/or dilation of urethral stricture or stenosis, with or without meatotomy, with or without injection procedure for cystography, male or female
Also known as:
- Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
- Bladder Tube Replacement
- Suprapubic Catheter Change
- Cystostomy Maintenance
CPT Codes:
- 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Kidney Tumor Ablation
- Minimally invasive kidney tumor removal
- Kidney mass ablation
- Laparoscopic renal lesion treatment
CPT Codes:
- 50542: Laparoscopy, surgical; ablation of renal mass lesion(s), including intraoperative ultrasound guidance and monitoring, when performed
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)
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:
- Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
- Laparoscopic Pelvic and Aortic Lymph Node Removal
- Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
- Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
- Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery
- Minimally invasive lymphadenectomy
- Laparoscopic lymph node biopsy
- Pelvic lymph node dissection
- Peri-aortic lymph node sampling
CPT Codes:
- 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy
- 38572: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy and peri-aortic lymph node sampling (biopsy), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Anorectal Manometry
- Rectal Pressure Test
- Anal Manometry
- Pelvic Floor Function Test
- Bowel Control Test
CPT Codes:
- 91122: Anorectal manometry
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Biopsy (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Sampling
- Abdominal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38570: Laparoscopy, surgical; with retroperitoneal lymph node sampling (biopsy), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Hormone Pellet Implantation
- Birth Control
- Hormone Replacement Pellets
- Estradiol Pellet Insertion
- Testosterone Pellet Insertion
- Bioidentical Hormone Pellets
CPT Codes:
- 11980: Subcutaneous hormone pellet implantation (implantation of estradiol and/or testosterone pellets beneath the skin)
Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 409-4930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Nguyen in Joliet, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthPartners
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?
Dr. Thai Nguyen's Primary Practice
1541 Riverboat Center Dr
Joliet, IL 60431
(815) 409-4930
What is Dr. Nguyen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386624286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nguyen
What is Dr. Thai Nguyen's specialty?
Dr. Nguyen is a Urologist near Joliet, IL. 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. Nguyen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thai Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale 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 Thai Nguyen accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?
Yes, Dr. Thai Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thai Nguyen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (815) 409-4930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thai Nguyen?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (815) 409-4930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thai Nguyen have?
Dr. Thai Nguyen is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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