Dr. Frank Costa, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Monroeville, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Costa graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Urology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery.
Dr. Costa is fluent in English, French, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costa’s office at (412) 373-2333.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Costa?
Dr. Frank Costa, 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. Costa empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Erectile Dysfunction, Incontinence, Men's Health, Prostate Benign Disease (BPH), or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Monroeville/PA community, Dr. Costa is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Costa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Urology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Costa board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Frank Costa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Costa speak?
Dr. Costa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Costa treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Costa 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. Costa. 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:
Testicular Hypofunction
Hydrocele
Testicular Disorder
Underactive Testicles
Low Testicular Function
Hypogonadism
Fluid in scrotum
Scrotal swelling
Water on the testicle
ICD-10 Codes:
E291: Testicular hypofunction
N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
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:
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:
Fatigue
Tiredness
Lack of energy
Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
R5383: Other fatigue
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:
Acquired Kidney Cyst
Kidney Cysts
Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
Renal Cyst
Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Also known as:
Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
Abdominal Pain
Stomach Ache
Belly Pain
Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
Bladder Cancer
Urinary Bladder Cancer
Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
Kidney Stones
Renal Calculi
Nephrolithiasis
Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
Blood in Urine
Urine and Urination
Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
Hematuria
Bloody urine
Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
R319: Hematuria, 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:
Sterilization Procedure
Tubal Ligation
Vasectomy
Permanent contraception
Tubal ligation
Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
Bladder Stones
Bladder Disease
Vesical Calculi
Bladder Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
N210: Calculus in bladder
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:
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:
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:
Obesity
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Excess Weight
Being Overweight
High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
E669: Obesity, unspecified
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
What procedures does Dr. Costa perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Costa 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. Costa. 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.
52442: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of permanent adjustable transprostatic implant; each additional permanent adjustable transprostatic implant (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Prostate Implant for Urinary Flow
Transprostatic Implant Insertion
Cystourethroscopy with Prostate Stent
Adjustable Prostate Implant
Prostate Urethral Lift
CPT Codes:
52441: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of permanent adjustable transprostatic implant; single implant
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
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:
Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
Cystoscopy with Ureteroscopy and Stone Breaking
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
CPT Codes:
50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
52353: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy (ureteral catheterization is included)
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:
Urethra Widening Surgery
Internal Urethrotomy
Cystourethroscopy with Urethrotomy
Urethral Stricture Repair
CPT Codes:
52276: Cystourethroscopy with direct vision internal urethrotomy
Also known as:
Bladder Tumor Removal (Medium Size)
Bladder Tumor Removal (Large Size)
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
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)
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:
Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
TURP Procedure
Prostate Resection Surgery
Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery
CPT Codes:
52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)
Also known as:
Cystoscopy with Urethral Incision (Male)
Male Urethrotomy
Urethral Stricture Surgery (Male)
Cystourethroscopy with Internal Urethrotomy
CPT Codes:
52275: Cystourethroscopy, with internal urethrotomy; male
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:
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:
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:
Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
Venipuncture
IV Insertion
Intravenous Access
Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Does Dr. Costa accept my insurance?
Dr. Costa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 373-2333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Costa accept in Monroeville, PA?
Dr. Costa in Monroeville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Costa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Costa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265400162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Costa
What is Dr. Frank Costa's specialty?
Dr. Costa is a Urologist near Monroeville, PA.
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. Costa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frank Costa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Costa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
UPMC Shadyside.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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.
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Is Frank Costa accepting new patients in Monroeville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Frank Costa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Costa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Costa's office at (412) 373-2333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Costa?
Please contact Dr. Costa's office at (412) 373-2333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frank Costa have?
Dr. Frank Costa is certified by the American Board of Urology.