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2021 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Candice Ann Ang Tan, MMS, RD, PA for Medicare patients.
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Candice Ann Ang Tan, MMS, RD, PA is a nutrition specialist in Chicago, IL specializing in urology (urinary tract disease) and nutrition. Candice Ann Ang Tan, MMS, RD, PA is affiliated with UChicago Medicine and UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO.
1645 W School Street Suite A
Chicago, IL 60657
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Enlarged Prostate)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects about half of men between the ages of 50 and 60, and approximately 80% of men over 80. As the prostate grows in size, it can press down on the tube where urine flows out of the body (the urethra) and cause urinary problems.
Medication can relieve mild to moderate symptoms of BPH, such as frequent urination, incomplete bladder emptying, a weak urine stream, and straining while urinating. However, other forms of treatment may be more appropriate if an individual has pain with urination, frequent urinary tract infections, or is unable to urinate. The size of the prostate and the severity of their symptoms will determine the type of treatment they need. If the prostate is not very large, doctors will likely recommend a transurethral procedure. This minimally invasive technique involves the insertion of a scope into the urethra. The most common transurethral procedures for BPH are:
If the prostate is too big for a transurethral procedure, an individual may need a simple prostatectomy, which can be done in one of three ways: laparoscopic, robotic, or open. During a laparoscopic simple prostatectomy, a surgeon makes several small incisions on the belly. Then they insert a long tube with a camera into one of the cuts and surgical instruments into the others. Using the camera to see inside the belly, they carefully removes the enlarged part of the prostate. Robotic simple prostatectomy uses the same techniques as the laparoscopic method, but the surgery is done with the help of a robot. For men with very large prostates, open simple prostatectomy may be the best treatment option. This surgery differs from the other approaches in that it requires a much larger incision.
Most transurethral treatments for BPH, like TUIP, TUNA, and laser prostate ablation, are done in the doctor's office or outpatient surgery center. TURP and simple prostatectomy, however, need to be performed in the hospital and require an average stay of one to three days. Patients should wait a week before doing any strenuous activities after a TUIP, TUNA, or laser prostate ablation, and about four to six weeks after a TURP or simple prostatectomy. Although these treatments improve BPH symptoms for most patients, it is important to be aware of the risks involved, such as urine control issues, tightening of the urethra, and erectile dysfunction.
Volume of procedures performed by Candice Ann Ang Tan, MMS, RD, PA for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 104 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Candice Ann Ang Tan, MMS, RD, PA for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 104 |
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She has a state license in Illinois.
Licensed In: Illinois
Candice Ann Ang Tan, MMS, RD, PA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Candice Ann Ang Tan, MMS, RD, PA appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, MultiPlan PPO, Medicare Advantage, Aetna POS, Aetna, Medicare, Humana, PHCS PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, United W500 Emergent Wrap, United Options (PPO), CountyCare *see insurance page, BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only), United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only), University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP), United Choice HMO (specialists only), BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only) and United Choice Plus POS/PPO.
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Ms. Candice Ann Tan's areas of specialization are urology (urinary tract disease) and nutrition. In her practice, she is particularly interested in urge incontinence (overactive bladder), benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), and erectile dysfunction (impotence). She appears to be an in-network provider for Blue California, Aetna, and CIGNA Plans, in addition to other insurance carriers. Ms. Tan is professionally affiliated with UChicago Medicine.