Urologists in Austin, TX
Compare 61 urologists in Austin, TX. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
61
Urologists
100%
Accepting patients
93%
Most common: MD
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Specialty: urologistState: TXCity: Austin
About urologists in Austin, TX
Austin's healthcare infrastructure is racing to catch up with a population that has more than doubled since 2000. Dell Medical School, which opened in 2016, is still young but has already shifted the city from a medical education desert into a growing academic hub. The challenge is that provider supply hasn't kept pace with demand, and new-patient wait times for specialists can be long.
Austin has 61 urologists. The most common credential is MD (93%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Dell Seton Medical Center at UT anchors downtown as the region's Level I trauma center. St. David's has multiple campuses across the metro. Ascension Seton has historically been the largest system but is transitioning. The I-35 corridor is the main healthcare spine, with hospitals clustered along it from Round Rock through downtown to South Austin. Cedar Park and Round Rock have their own hospital campuses for the northern suburbs.
Providers practice throughout Austin. South Congress (SoCo) is a popular south Austin corridor with growing healthcare options and proximity to St. David's South Austin Medical Center. East Austin is a rapidly growing area with community health centers like CommUnityCare serving a diverse population. Downtown Austin is dell Seton Medical Center at UT anchors downtown healthcare as a Level I trauma center. Hyde Park is a central neighborhood near UT campus with family practices and Seton healthcare offices.
Nearby hospitals include Dell Seton Medical Center at UT, Ascension Seton Medical Center, and St. David's Medical Center. Local training programs run through University of Texas at Austin and Dell Medical School (UT Austin). Dell Medical School, opened in 2016, is the first new medical school at a Tier 1 research university in nearly 50 years.
What to expect at your first urologist visit in Austin, TX
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.
Tips for Austin, TX patients
Austin's rapid growth means primary care panels fill quickly. If you're moving to Austin, try to establish a PCP before you arrive or within your first few weeks. Dell Medical Associates, Baylor Scott & White, and CommUnityCare are all actively expanding primary care capacity.
When to see a urologist
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.
Typical costs
Office visit copay: $30-75 · Cystoscopy: $500-3,000 · Lithotripsy: $5,000-15,000 · Vasectomy: $500-1,000
Frequently asked questions about urologists in Austin, TX
Austin, TX has 61 licensed urologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of urologists in Austin, TX are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
Austin employer plans skew toward Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna, driven by the tech and state government sectors. Sendero Health Plans is a Travis County-based nonprofit insurer on the marketplace. Central Health is the local healthcare district that funds programs for uninsured residents through CommUnityCare clinics.
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 Austin, TX 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.
Austin's hospital systems include Dell Seton Medical Center at UT (academic, Level I trauma), St. David's HealthCare/HCA (four Austin hospitals, the largest by bed count), Ascension Seton (historically dominant, now transitioning), and Baylor Scott & White (growing presence in Round Rock and Cedar Park). Dell Medical School is building out its clinical network, which is adding new provider options each year.
72% of urologists in Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX accept Texas Medicaid, 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 Texas Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Central Health is Travis County's healthcare district, funded by property taxes. It doesn't run hospitals directly but funds CommUnityCare community health centers and the Medical Access Program (MAP) for uninsured residents. MAP provides access to primary care, specialty care, prescriptions, and some hospital services for income-eligible Travis County residents.
Yes, significantly. Before 2016, Austin was the largest US city without a medical school. Dell Medical School has attracted new specialists, created residency programs, and built out clinical facilities through its partnership with Ascension Seton. The Dell Seton Medical Center at UT opened in 2017 as a teaching hospital and Level I trauma center.
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Insurance & Urologist coverage
Top accepted carriers in Austin, TX include unitedhealthcare, qhp-33602, medicare, qhp-37758, and qhp-73836.
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.
