Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chamie, Urologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Karim Chamie, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chamie graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Dr. Chamie is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chamie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chamie’s office at (310) 794-7152.
Where did Dr. Chamie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
What languages does Dr. Chamie speak?
Dr. Chamie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Chamie typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Chamie 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. Chamie. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urologic Cancer
- Genitourinary Cancer
- Urinary System Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C689: Malignant neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Chamie typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Chamie 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. Chamie. 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 here.
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 Tumor Removal (Medium Size)
- Bladder Tumor Removal (Large Size)
- Small Bladder Tumor Removal (Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
- Bladder Tumor Fulguration
- Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
- Cystoscopy with Large Bladder Tumor Resection
- Large Bladder Tumor Fulguration
- Laser Removal of Large Bladder Tumor
- Cystourethroscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
CPT Codes:
- 52235: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; MEDIUM bladder tumor(s) (2.0 to 5.0 cm)
- 52240: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; LARGE bladder tumor(s)
- 52234: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; SMALL bladder tumor(s) (0.5 up to 2.0 cm)
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Chamie accept my insurance?
Dr. Chamie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-7152 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chamie accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chamie in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chamie's office located?
Dr. Karim Chamie's Primary Practice
200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 140
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 794-7152
What is Dr. Chamie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chamie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962478420.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chamie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chamie
What is Dr. Karim Chamie's specialty?
Dr. Chamie is a Urologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Karim Chamie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chamie is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Uci Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Karim Chamie accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karim Chamie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karim Chamie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chamie's office at (310) 794-7152 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karim Chamie?
Please contact Dr. Chamie's office at (310) 794-7152 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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