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Dr. James Sylora, MD

Dr. James Sylora, MD

Westchester, IL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sylora, Urologist in Westchester, IL?

    Dr. James Sylora, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Westchester, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sylora graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Urology; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sylora is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sylora’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sylora’s office at (708) 422-2242.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Urology; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sylora board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Sylora, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Sylora speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Sylora typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Sylora 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. Sylora. 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.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate
    • Bladder retention
    • Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R338: Other retention of urine

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Sylora typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Sylora 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. Sylora. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
    • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
    • ESWL
    • Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Shock Wave Lithotripsy
    • Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
    • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
    • Bladder scope for stones
    • Kidney stone breaking with stent
    • Ureteral stent placement for stones

    CPT Codes:

    • 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
    • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Urine Flow Test
    • Uroflowmetry
    • Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
    • Bladder Function Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Bladder Pressure Test
    • Complex Cystometrogram
    • Voiding Pressure Study
    • Bladder Function Test with Pressure

    CPT Codes:

    • 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique

    Does Dr. Sylora accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sylora accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 422-2242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sylora accept in Westchester, IL?

    Dr. Sylora in Westchester, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sylora's office located?

    Dr. James Sylora's Primary Practice

    2225 Enterprise Dr Ste 2511

    Westchester, IL 60154

    (708) 422-2242

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    Dr. James Sylora's Practice 2

    17800 Kedzie Ave

    Hazel Crest, IL 60429

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    Dr. James Sylora's Practice 3

    801 S Milwaukee Ave

    Libertyville, IL 60048

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

    Dr. Sylora's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245296912.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sylora?

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

    What is Dr. James Sylora's specialty?

    Dr. Sylora is a Urologist near Westchester, IL.

    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. James Sylora affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sylora is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il, Advocate Illinois Masonic 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 James Sylora accepting new patients in Westchester, IL?

    Yes, Dr. James Sylora is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Sylora offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sylora's office at (708) 422-2242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Sylora?

    Please contact Dr. Sylora's office at (708) 422-2242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Sylora have?

    Dr. James Sylora is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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