Dr. Charles Bugg, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Homewood, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bugg graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Alabama Hospital.
Dr. Bugg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bugg’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bugg’s office at (205) 930-0920.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bugg?
Dr. Charles Bugg, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bugg empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Kidney Cancer, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Prostate Benign Disease (BPH), Prostate Cancer, Robotic Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Homewood/AL community, Dr. Bugg is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bugg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Alabama Hospital | University of Alabama Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bugg board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Bugg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Bugg speak?
Dr. Bugg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bugg treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Bugg 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. Bugg. 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:
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
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
BPH
Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
Kidney Stones
Ureter Stone
Ureteral Disorder
Renal Calculi
Nephrolithiasis
Kidney Calculi
Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
N200: Calculus of kidney
N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
Urinary and Genital Symptoms
Urine and Urination
Genitourinary signs
Urogenital symptoms
Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
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:
High Cholesterol
Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Hypercholesterolemia
High blood cholesterol
Elevated cholesterol
Hyperlipidemia
High lipids
Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
Blood in Urine
Visible Blood in Urine
Urine and Urination
Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
Hematuria
Bloody urine
Red urine
Gross hematuria
Macroscopic hematuria
Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
R319: Hematuria, unspecified
R310: Gross hematuria
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:
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Impotence
ED
Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Also known as:
Testicular Hypofunction
Testicular Disorder
Underactive Testicles
Low Testicular Function
Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
Blocked Bladder Opening
Bladder Disease
Urethral Disorder
Bladder Outlet Obstruction
Bladder Neck Blockage
Urethral Obstruction at Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
N320: Bladder-neck obstruction
Also known as:
Other Birth Control Counseling
Birth Control
Additional contraceptive advice
General family planning discussion
Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
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:
Bladder Cancer
Urinary Bladder Cancer
Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
Urinary Tract Infection
UTI
Bladder infection
Kidney infection
Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does Dr. Bugg perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Bugg 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. Bugg. 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 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:
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:
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:
Seminal Vesicle Removal
Vesiculectomy
Excision of seminal vesicle
Seminal gland removal
CPT Codes:
55650: Vesiculectomy, any approach
Also known as:
Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
Prostate fiducial marker insertion
Radiation therapy guidance markers
Prostate dosimeter placement
Needle placement for prostate radiation
CPT Codes:
55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
55867: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, simple subtotal (including control of postoperative bleeding, vasectomy, meatotomy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy), 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
Also known as:
Bladder X-ray Injection
Cystogram Injection
VCUG Injection
Bladder Dye Injection
CPT Codes:
51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography
Also known as:
Bladder and Urethra Scope
Cystoscopy
Urethroscopy
Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
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 Removal with Scope and Stent
Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
Bladder scope for stones
Kidney stone breaking with stent
Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
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
51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Also known as:
Bladder & Urethra Lesion Removal
Cystoscopy with Fulguration
Bladder Neck Surgery
Urethral Lesion Treatment
Laser Treatment for Bladder
CPT Codes:
52214: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) of trigone, bladder neck, prostatic fossa, urethra, or periurethral glands
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 Exam with Small Lesion Treatment
Cystourethroscopy with Fulguration
Bladder Lesion Removal
Urethra Lesion Treatment
Cystoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
52224: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) or treatment of MINOR (less than 0.5 cm) lesion(s) with or without biopsy
Also known as:
Male Urinary Incontinence Sling Surgery
Male Urethral Sling
Incontinence Surgery Men
Bladder Control Sling
CPT Codes:
53440: Sling operation for correction of male urinary incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
Does Dr. Bugg accept my insurance?
Dr. Bugg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 930-0920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bugg accept in Homewood, AL?
Dr. Bugg in Homewood, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Bugg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bugg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417920620.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bugg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bugg
What is Dr. Charles Bugg's specialty?
Dr. Bugg is a Urologist near Homewood, AL.
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. Bugg to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Bugg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bugg is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Charles Bugg accepting new patients in Homewood, AL?
Yes, Dr. Charles Bugg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Bugg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bugg's office at (205) 930-0920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Bugg?
Please contact Dr. Bugg's office at (205) 930-0920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Bugg have?
Dr. Charles Bugg is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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