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Dr. Paul Dato, MD

Dr. Paul Dato, MD

La Mesa, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dato, Urologist in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Paul Dato, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Dato graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Hospital, Urology; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Dato is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dato’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dato’s office at (619) 697-2456.

    Where did Dr. Dato go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Naval Hospital, Urology; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dato board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Dato, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Dato speak?

    Dr. Dato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Dato treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Dato 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. Dato. 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:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Cancer in Abdominal Lymph Nodes
    • Bone Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases
    • Metastatic Abdominal Lymph Node Cancer
    • Secondary Intra-abdominal Lymphoma
    • Abdominal Lymph Node Metastasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
    • C772: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of intra-abdominal lymph nodes

    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:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Density Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M85852: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, left thigh

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Cancer in Pelvic Lymph Nodes
    • Cancer
    • Metastatic Cancer to Pelvic Lymph Nodes
    • Pelvic Lymph Node Cancer Spread
    • Lymph Node Metastasis in Pelvis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C775: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of intrapelvic lymph nodes

    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:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density Disorder
    • Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Bone structure problem
    • Low bone density
    • Bone mineral density disorder
    • Widespread Bone Density Disorder
    • Generalized Bone Structure Problem
    • Multi-site Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8588: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, other site
    • M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites

    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
    • N402: Nodular prostate without lower urinary tract symptoms

    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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    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

    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:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    What procedures does Dr. Dato perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Dato 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. Dato. 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:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Complicated Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Difficult Bladder Catheter Placement
    • Indwelling Catheter Insertion (Complex)
    • Temporary Urinary Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 51703: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; complicated (eg, altered anatomy, fractured catheter/balloon)

    Does Dr. Dato accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 697-2456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dato accept in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Dato in La Mesa, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • SGS North America Inc

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dato's office located?

    Dr. Paul Dato's Primary Practice

    8851 Center Dr Ste 501

    La Mesa, CA 91942

    (619) 697-2456

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    What is Dr. Dato's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588632715.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dato?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dato

    What is Dr. Paul Dato's specialty?

    Dr. Dato is a Urologist near La Mesa, 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. Dato to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Dato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dato is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Paul Dato accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Dato is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Dato offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dato's office at (619) 697-2456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Dato?

    Please contact Dr. Dato's office at (619) 697-2456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Dato have?

    Dr. Paul Dato is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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