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Dr. Robert Lobel, MD

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lobel, Urogynecologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Robert Lobel, MD is an Urogynecologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Lobel graduated from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Lobel is fluent in English and Dutch; Flemish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lobel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lobel’s office at (518) 438-5538.

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

    • Residency: Maricopa Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Maricopa Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Oral Roberts Univ Sch of Med, Tulsa Ok | Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Lobel board certified as an Urogynecologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Lobel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Lobel speak?

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

    • Dutch; Flemish

    • English

    What conditions does an Urogynecologist like Dr. Lobel typically treat?

    As an Urogynecologist, Dr. Lobel 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. Lobel. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Urge Urinary Incontinence
    • Loss of Bladder Control
    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Bladder Control Problems (Urinary Incontinence)
    • Urge Incontinence
    • Overactive Bladder
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate
    • Urinary incontinence
    • Leaking urine
    • Bladder leakage
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3941: Urge incontinence
    • R32: Unspecified urinary incontinence
    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Weak Urine Stream
    • Feeling of Incomplete Bladder Emptying
    • Urine and Urination
    • Poor urinary stream
    • Slow urine flow
    • Difficulty peeing
    • Trouble starting urination
    • Incomplete urination
    • Bladder not emptying fully
    • Residual urine sensation
    • Still feel like I need to pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3912: Poor urinary stream
    • R3914: Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Chronic Cystitis
    • Long-term Bladder Infection
    • Persistent Bladder Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3020: Other chronic cystitis without hematuria

    What procedures does an Urogynecologist like Dr. Lobel typically perform?

    As an Urogynecologist, Dr. Lobel 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. Lobel. 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:

    • Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Straight Catheterization
    • Intermittent Catheterization
    • Urine Retention Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 51701: Insertion of non-indwelling bladder catheter (eg, straight catheterization for residual urine)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Complex Bladder Pressure Test
    • Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
    • Cystometrogram with Voiding Studies
    • Urodynamic Study
    • Bladder and Urethral Pressure Test
    • Rectal Pressure Study
    • Gastric Pressure Test
    • Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement

    CPT Codes:

    • 51729: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure) and urethral pressure profile studies (ie, urethral closure pressure profile), any technique
    • 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
    • Stress Incontinence Sling
    • Urethral Sling Procedure
    • Bladder Sling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic Floor Mesh Insertion
    • Vaginal Mesh Repair
    • Pelvic Organ Prolapse Mesh Surgery
    • Pelvic Floor Prosthesis Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 57267: Insertion of mesh or other prosthesis for repair of pelvic floor defect, each site (anterior, posterior compartment), vaginal approach (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Sacral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
    • Sacral Neuromodulation
    • Bladder Stimulator Implant
    • Nerve Stimulator for Pelvic Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64561: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement) including image guidance, if performed

    Does Dr. Lobel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lobel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 438-5538 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lobel accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Lobel in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lobel's office located?

    Dr. Robert Lobel's Primary Practice

    5 Palisades Dr Ste 220

    Albany, NY 12205

    (518) 438-5538

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

    Dr. Lobel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659332765.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lobel?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Lobel's specialty?

    Dr. Lobel is a Urogynecologist near Albany, NY.

    What does an Urogynecologist do?

    A subspecialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery is a physician trained in either Urology or Obstetrics and Gynecology, prepared to offer consultation and comprehensive management for women dealing with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. This comprehensive management includes the necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for the total care of patients with these conditions and the complications that may arise from them.

    Is this Dr. Robert Lobel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lobel is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, St. Peter's Health Regional Medical Center, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Glens Falls Hospital, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, Cayuga 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

    When to see an Urogynecologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Robert Lobel accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Lobel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Lobel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lobel's office at (518) 438-5538 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Lobel?

    Please contact Dr. Lobel's office at (518) 438-5538 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Lobel have?

    Dr. Robert Lobel is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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