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Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD

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Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease)
St. Louis University School of Medicine
Professional interests include: urinary retention, cystoscopy, cystocele (bladder prolapse), and more.
4440 Brockton Avenue Suite 210
Riverside, CA 92501

Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD is an urologist in Apple Valley, CA specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). He graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD is affiliated with Dignity Health, Providence Medical Foundation, Providence, Astrana Health, Community Hospital San Bernardino St Bernardine Medical Center, FRANKLIN M CHU MD INC, SAN BERNARDINO UROLOGICAL ASSOCIATES, OROHEALTH CORPORATION A NON PROFIT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, Alpha Care Medical Group, Providence Affiliated Physicians, St. Mary, OROVILLE HOSPITAL and San Bernardino Urology.

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Office Locations

Providence Affiliated Physicians, St. Mary

15995 Tuscola Road Suite 204
Apple Valley, CA 92307
(760) 242-6576
(760) 242-8481
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Alpha Care Medical Group

4440 Brockton Avenue Suite 210
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 213-6767
(951) 242-7414
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Providence Affiliated Physicians, St. Mary

489 East 21st Street
San Bernardino, CA 92404
(909) 882-2973
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Some issues Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD can help you with:

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:

  • Transurethral incision of the prostate or TUIP, where the surgeon uses the scope to make small cuts in the area of the prostate that meets the bladder. These cuts will open up the pathway for urine and allow it to flow with more ease.
  • Transurethral needle ablation or TUNA, where needles are inserted through the scope and into the prostate. The needles use radiofrequency waves to destroy excess prostate tissue.
  • Laser prostate ablation, where lasers pass through the scope to melt away the part of the prostate causing urine blockage.
  • Transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP, where the inside of the prostate is trimmed and removed one tiny piece at a time using the scope.

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.

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys, made up of minerals that are normally present in urine. They can vary in size, from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a nickel, occasionally even larger. Sometimes they lodge in the kidney, and sometimes they break free and make their way out through the urinary tract, which can be extremely painful.

Kidney stones can be smooth or jagged and are yellow to brown in color. They are mostly comprised of the minerals calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus. Examining the stones to see what they are made of can show what caused the stone to be formed in the first place. For example, a stone made of mostly calcium, which is the most common type, can happen any time the urine becomes too concentrated due to dehydration or a blockage in the kidney. A uric acid stone forms when acid levels in the urine get too high, usually due to excessive consumption of animal protein such as meat and fish. A struvite stone is a sign of certain infections, and a cystine stone can be due to a genetic disorder that raises the risk of kidney stones.

The most common symptom of kidney stones is pain, either in the back or lower abdomen, or severe pain when urinating. There may also be blood in the urine. Treatment for kidney stones depends on how large the stone is. Very small stones can pass out of the body on their own, and they do not require treatment other than drinking adequate water and taking pain killers. Larger stones need to be broken apart and removed. The main treatment options are:

  • Shock wave lithotripsy, which uses sound wave vibrations to break apart the stone
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, or the use of a very tiny tool (like a wire inserted through the back) to break apart and remove the stone
  • Ureteroscopy, a thin tube inserted through the urethra and bladder to the stone, where tiny tools can grasp the stone and remove

People who have had one kidney stone are at risk of developing another. To reduce this risk, patients are given instructions specific to the type of stone they developed. Generally the instructions will include drinking more water to dilute the urine, but it may also involve lowering sodium intake or eating less meat.

Urodynamics (Bladder and Urethra Function Test)

Urodynamics are tests that assess how well the lower urinary tract is functioning. Specifically, they evaluate its ability to hold and release urine, as well as show if any blockages or leaks are present. The lower urinary tract is made up of the following:

  • The bladder, which stores urine.
  • The urinary sphincters, which are muscles around the opening of the bladder that hold urine in.
  • The urethra, which is the tube where urine flows out of the body.

Urodynamics tests are normally performed together as one series, but depending on patients' symptoms, only one or some of them may be necessary. The most common tests are:

  • Cystometrogram, which measures the amount of urine the bladder can store and how full it is before someone has the urge to urinate. Doctors may order this test if she suspects their patient has a weak bladder.
  • Pressure flow study, which measures the pressure in the bladder while urinating. This test helps locate a blockage in the bladder.
  • Uroflowmetry, which measures how much and how fast urine flows out of the body. This test is usually recommended when patients have difficulty urinating or they have a slow stream.
  • Urethral sphincter electromyography, which measures how strong the muscles and nerves in the bladder and sphincters are. Doctors may request this test if the problem they are experiencing is linked to muscle or nerve damage in the lower urinary tract.
  • Urethral pressure profile, which measures the pressure along the urethra while the bladder is gradually filled with fluid. Low pressure could mean someone has a weak urethra, a contributing factor to urinary incontinence (loss of bladder control).

For a few hours following a urodynamics study, patients will likely feel some soreness or discomfort. It is recommended to drink at least one glass of water every half hour for two hours to relieve these symptoms. Holding a warm, moistened washcloth over the area where discomfort is felt or taking a warm bath may also help. Results for cystrometrograms and uroflowmetry are typically available immediately after the test, but results for the other tests may take a few days. When doctors have reviewed a patient's test results, he or she will discuss them with the patient, along with any treatments the patient may need.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

antineoplastic hormone therapy
laparoscopic surgery

In 2023, Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD had a list price for antineoplastic hormone therapy, and laparoscopic surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

cystoscopy
laparoscopic Burch procedure
laparoscopic Marshall-Marchetti-Krantz procedure

In 2023, Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD had a list price for cystoscopy, laparoscopic Burch procedure, and laparoscopic Marshall-Marchetti-Krantz (MMK) procedure that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

bladder suspension surgery
Burch procedure
diagnostic cystoscopy
hormone therapy
incontinence surgery
urinary incontinence surgery

In 2013, Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD had a list price for bladder suspension surgery, Burch procedure, diagnostic cystoscopy, hormone therapy, incontinence surgery, and urinary incontinence surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated as an urologist in Apple Valley, CA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, urologic procedures, cancer surgery and incontinence surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery 18
diagnostic procedures 12
dissection 12
doctor visit 30
excision 12
incontinence surgery 13
lymph node procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 43
pelvic surgery 12
urologic procedures 31

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD.

Gender
Male 63
Female 11
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 45
Black 0
Hispanic 14
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 44
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, cancer, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 59
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 47
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 18
Diabetes 32
Dementia 0
Cancer 70

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated as an urologist in Apple Valley, CA during 2018 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, potassium test and hormone therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery 20
doctor visit 166
hormone therapy 23
incontinence surgery 19
minimally invasive procedures 39
potassium test 30
urologic procedures 84

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD.

Gender
Male 181
Female 57
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 112
Black 18
Hispanic 72
Asian 24
Other 12
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 108
From 75 to 84 79
85 and over 27
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and cancer.

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 53
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 38
Dementia 10
Cancer 41

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated as an urologist in Apple Valley, CA during 2019 were urologic procedures, hormone therapy, potassium test and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD for Medicare patients.

cancer surgery 11
catheterization 41
doctor visit 360
hormone therapy 69
hospital care 39
inpatient care 39
minimally invasive procedures 51
potassium test 66
urologic procedures 187

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD.

Gender
Male 225
Female 70
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 117
Black 44
Hispanic 109
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 118
From 75 to 84 83
85 and over 38
Less than 65 56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 54
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 19
Diabetes 46
Dementia 14
Cancer 28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated as an urologist in Apple Valley, CA during 2020 were urologic procedures, potassium test, hormone therapy and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 281
hormone therapy 61
hospital care 38
inpatient care 38
minimally invasive procedures 24
potassium test 72
urologic procedures 119

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD.

Gender
Male 172
Female 69
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 87
Black 28
Hispanic 109
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 101
From 75 to 84 67
85 and over 31
Less than 65 42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 57
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 46
Dementia 17
Cancer 27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated as an urologist in Apple Valley, CA during 2021 were urologic procedures, potassium test, hormone therapy and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 316
hormone therapy 39
hospital care 32
inpatient care 32
minimally invasive procedures 35
potassium test 57
urologic procedures 129

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD.

Gender
Male 159
Female 79
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 90
Black 33
Hispanic 90
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 114
From 75 to 84 61
85 and over 27
Less than 65 36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 58
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 19
Diabetes 49
Dementia 16
Cancer 28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated as an urologist in Apple Valley, CA during 2022 were urologic procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and potassium test.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 256
hormone therapy 23
hospital care 59
inpatient care 59
minimally invasive procedures 21
potassium test 49
urologic procedures 109

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD.

Gender
Male 173
Female 62
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 98
Black 33
Hispanic 82
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 97
From 75 to 84 63
85 and over 25
Less than 65 50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 71
Stroke 14
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 26
Diabetes 50
Dementia 11
Cancer 31

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated as an urologist in Apple Valley, CA during 2023 were urologic procedures, potassium test, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 337
hormone therapy 36
hospital care 43
incontinence surgery 11
inpatient care 43
minimally invasive procedures 35
potassium test 54
urologic procedures 140

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD.

Gender
Male 212
Female 84
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 131
Black 34
Hispanic 96
Asian 19
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 126
From 75 to 84 86
85 and over 41
Less than 65 43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated during 2023 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 70
Stroke 15
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 22
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 44
Dementia 16
Cancer 29

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated as an urologist in Apple Valley, CA were urologic procedures, potassium test, inpatient care and hospital care.

cancer surgery 16
catheterization 41
diagnostic procedures 12
dissection 12
doctor visit 249
excision 12
hormone therapy 41
hospital care 42
incontinence surgery 14
inpatient care 42
lymph node procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 35
pelvic surgery 12
potassium test 54
urologic procedures 114

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD.

Gender
Male 169
Female 61
Ethnicity
Black / African American 27
Asian / Pacific Islander 6
Non-Hispanic White 97
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 81
Other 1
Age
75 to 84 62
85 and over 27
Less than 65 35
65 to 74 101

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD From 2017 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 6
Osteoporosis 7
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 43
Atrial Fibrillation 11
Cancer 36
Dementia 12

Education & Training

Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Beaumont Hospitals. He is certified by the Urology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: St. Louis University School of Medicine

Residency: Beaumont Hospitals

Board Certification: Urology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Dignity Health
Providence Medical Foundation
Providence
Astrana Health
Community Hospital San Bernardino St Bernardine Medical Center
FRANKLIN M CHU MD INC
SAN BERNARDINO UROLOGICAL ASSOCIATES
OROHEALTH CORPORATION A NON PROFIT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Alpha Care Medical Group
Providence Affiliated Physicians, St. Mary
OROVILLE HOSPITAL
San Bernardino Urology

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Health Net HMO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA HMO, Medicare Advantage, Blue Shield of California and United Healthcare HMO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO
Health Net HMO
Aetna HMO
CIGNA HMO
Medicare Advantage
Blue Shield of California
United Healthcare HMO

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. $63,050 Da Vinci Surgical System
$59,050 		DAVINCI XI
$4,000
Boston Scientific Corporation $1,957 AMS
$1,384 		General - Male SUI
$146 		GENERAL - ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION
$125 		ADVANCE
$125 		LITHOVUE
$123 		Other
$54
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation $1,088 AQUABEAM SYSTEM
$1,088
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC. $706
$706
AbbVie Inc. $589 Lupron Depot
$462 		BOTOX
$104
$23
Other $6,399 XTANDI
$879 		CLARIX
$565 		ORGOVYX
$534 		ELIGARD
$438 		AMS 700 Series
$380 		Other
$3,603
Types of Payments
Education $49,429
Food and Beverage $10,733
Travel and Lodging $9,128
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $4,500

Biography

Dr. Avinash Chenam works as an urology (urinary tract disease). His areas of expertise include bladder cancer, uterine prolapse, and prostate abscess. Dr. Chenam is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California. He graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine. He is affiliated with Providence Medical Foundation. Providence Medical Foundation reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in San Bernardino, CA.

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