Compare 1 urologists in St. Louis, MO. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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St. Louis punches above its weight in healthcare, anchored by Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital, consistently ranked among the top ten hospitals in the country. The city also benefits from Saint Louis University's medical school and a deep bench of community hospitals operated by SSM Health and Mercy. With more hospital beds per capita than nearly any other US city, capacity is rarely the issue here. Finding the right fit within those systems is.
St. Louis has 1 urologists. The most common credential is MD (100%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Central West End, Soulard, The Hill, and Tower Grove.
The Washington University Medical Campus and Barnes-Jewish Hospital sit in the Central West End, which is the city's primary medical district. SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is just south of downtown. Mercy Hospital St. Louis is in west St. Louis County near Creve Coeur. MetroLink light rail has a station at the Central West End, providing direct transit access to Barnes-Jewish. Most patients outside the city core drive, with I-64 and I-44 connecting the major hospital campuses.
Nearby hospitals include Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Children's Hospital, and SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital. Local training programs run through Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Barnes-Jewish Hospital, affiliated with Washington University, is consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals in the nation.
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and UnitedHealthcare are the dominant commercial carriers in the St. Louis metro. Ambetter is the largest ACA marketplace presence. BJC HealthCare participates in most employer plans but is excluded from some narrow-network marketplace offerings. MO HealthNet (Medicaid) enrollment is significant, with managed care through Home State Health and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. 100% accept Medicare.
A first visit includes a detailed medical and urologic history, a physical exam (which may include a prostate exam for men), and a urine sample. The urologist may order imaging (ultrasound, CT scan) or schedule a cystoscopy (a scope to look inside the bladder) depending on your symptoms. They will explain findings and discuss treatment options ranging from lifestyle changes and medication to surgical procedures.
Barnes-Jewish and Washington University use the MyChart portal. If you are new to the BJC HealthCare network, register for MyChart early to manage scheduling and records. SLU Health uses a separate portal. Bring printed records if transferring between the two systems.
See a urologist for blood in your urine, frequent or painful urination, difficulty starting or stopping urination, kidney stones, recurrent urinary tract infections, prostate concerns (elevated PSA, enlargement), erectile dysfunction, male infertility, testicular lumps or pain, or urinary incontinence. Your primary care doctor may refer you after initial testing.
Office visit copay: $30-75 · Cystoscopy: $500-3,000 · Lithotripsy: $5,000-15,000 · Vasectomy: $500-1,000
St. Louis, MO has 1 licensed urologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of urologists in St. Louis, MO are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
Missouri residents use HealthCare.gov for ACA marketplace plans. Ambetter, Anthem, and Aetna offer plans in the St. Louis area. MO HealthNet is the state Medicaid program. Employer-sponsored plans often include BJC, Mercy, and SSM in-network, but always verify. The St. Louis metro also extends into Illinois, so residents in the Metro East may have different plan options.
An office visit copay is $30 to $75. A cystoscopy costs $500 to $3,000. Lithotripsy for kidney stones runs $5,000 to $15,000. A vasectomy costs $500 to $1,000. Actual costs in St. Louis, MO depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Urologic procedures are often done in ambulatory surgery centers, which may cost significantly less than hospital settings. Ask your urologist about facility options and verify insurance coverage for each location.
St. Louis healthcare is organized around BJC HealthCare (Barnes-Jewish and affiliated hospitals), SSM Health (Saint Louis University Hospital and community hospitals), and Mercy. BJC/Washington University is the academic powerhouse for specialty referrals. SSM and Mercy operate broader community networks. Your insurance plan's network will determine which system is most affordable, and narrow-network plans that exclude BJC/WashU are common on the ACA marketplace.
100% of urologists in St. Louis, MO accept Medicare. Medicare covers urology visits, PSA tests, and medically necessary procedures. Prostate cancer screening (PSA test) is covered annually for men over 50. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some urologists in St. Louis, MO accept MO HealthNet, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers urology services in all states. Coverage for specific procedures and medications varies by state. Prior authorization may be required for surgical procedures. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm MO HealthNet participation before scheduling.
Barnes-Jewish Hospital is a separate institution from Washington University, but they are closely affiliated. Washington University physicians staff Barnes-Jewish, and the medical campus is shared. Together they form the BJC HealthCare system. When people refer to "Wash U Medicine," they usually mean the combined academic and clinical enterprise.
St. Louis City and St. Louis County are separate jurisdictions, which can affect Medicaid eligibility, public health services, and some community programs. Most hospital systems and private practices serve both areas regardless of the boundary. If you are on MO HealthNet, confirm your provider accepts patients from your specific jurisdiction.
Top accepted carriers in St. Louis, MO include medicare, qhp-44228, and unitedhealthcare.
Urology visits are covered as specialist visits under medical insurance. Procedures like cystoscopy, lithotripsy, and prostate biopsies typically require prior authorization. PSA blood tests are covered as preventive care for eligible patients. In-network vs. out-of-network status matters for both office visits and any surgical facility. Verify before scheduling procedures.