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Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD

Accepting New Patients

(431 Ratings)

Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease)

New York University (NYU) School of Medicine (2010)

Professional interests include: vasectomy, laparoscopic surgery, kidney cancer, and more.

1441 Eastllake Avenue Suite 7416
Los Angeles, CA 90089

(323) 865-3700

Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD is an urologist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). He graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in 2010 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD is affiliated with Sharp HealthCare, Sharp Memorial Hospital and SHARP REES-STEALY MEDICAL GROUP INC.

Office Locations

1441 Eastllake Avenue Suite 7416
Los Angeles, CA 90089

(323) 865-3700

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Sharp Memorial Hospital

2929 Health Center Drive Floor 3
San Diego, CA 92123

(858) 939-6621

(858) 874-5684

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Some issues Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD can help you with:

Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.

Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.

In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

In The News

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD in 2023

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

Top 10%

By Volume:

urologic procedures

In 2023, Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD performed more urologic procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 25%

By Volume:

percutaneous procedures

By Affordability:

core needle prostate biopsy

cystoscopy

prostate biopsy

prostate punch biopsy

In 2013, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD performed more percutaneous procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for core needle prostate biopsy, cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, and prostate punch biopsy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. 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. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated as an urologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2017 were urologic procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	74
minimally invasive procedures	15
urologic procedures	65

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD.

**Gender**
Male	59
Female	17

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	56
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	20
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated as an urologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2018 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, minor procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	223
minimally invasive procedures	53
minor procedures	12
urologic procedures	169

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD.

**Gender**
Male	141
Female	28

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	0
Hispanic	16
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	30
Dementia	12
Cancer	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated as an urologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2019 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, minor procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization	40
diagnostic procedures	47
doctor visit	276
hormone therapy	29
lab tests	26
minimally invasive procedures	100
minor procedures	47
urologic procedures	228

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD.

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	32

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	154
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	114
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	25
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	36

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated as an urologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2020 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hormone therapy and catheterization.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization	38
diagnostic procedures	29
doctor visit	223
hormone therapy	43
minimally invasive procedures	90
minor procedures	29
potassium test	19
urologic procedures	232

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD.

**Gender**
Male	229
Female	35

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	11
Hispanic	23
Asian	19
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	146
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	29
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	24
Dementia	9
Cancer	40

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated as an urologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2021 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and hormone therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization	33
diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	213
hormone therapy	32
minimally invasive procedures	88
minor procedures	23
potassium test	19
urologic procedures	234

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD.

**Gender**
Male	200
Female	39

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	168
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	16
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	120
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	27
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	40

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated as an urologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2022 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hormone therapy and potassium test.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	203
hormone therapy	46
minimally invasive procedures	98
minor procedures	23
potassium test	30
urologic procedures	228

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD.

**Gender**
Male	208
Female	34

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	183
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	17
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	113
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	25
Dementia	6
Cancer	38

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated as an urologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2023 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hormone therapy and catheterization.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization	19
diagnostic procedures	15
doctor visit	190
hormone therapy	33
minimally invasive procedures	87
minor procedures	15
urologic procedures	194

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD.

**Gender**
Male	204
Female	32

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	169
Black	0
Hispanic	22
Asian	16
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	93
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and diabetes.

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	29
Dementia	6
Cancer	40

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated as an urologist in Los Angeles, CA were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hormone therapy and catheterization.

catheterization	32
diagnostic procedures	24
doctor visit	200
hormone therapy	36
lab tests	26
minimally invasive procedures	75
minor procedures	24
potassium test	22
urologic procedures	192

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD.

**Gender**
Male	175
Female	31

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	11
Non-Hispanic White	148
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	19
Other	10

**Age**
75 to 84	66
85 and over	11
Less than 65	5
65 to 74	105

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD From 2017 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	2
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	26
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	34
Dementia	7

Education & Training

Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine in 2010. He completed residency at University of Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Urology and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: New York University (NYU) School of Medicine (2010)

Residency: University of Chicago Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Urology

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Sharp HealthCare

Sharp Memorial Hospital

SHARP REES-STEALY MEDICAL GROUP INC

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. David Michael Hatcher, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna, Self-Pay/Uninsured, Blue Shield of California, Sharp Health Plan, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Beech Street, Health Net, Medicare, HealthSmart, Humana and Whole Foods Market.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE

Cigna

Aetna

Self-Pay/Uninsured

Blue Shield of California

Sharp Health Plan

Anthem

UnitedHealthcare

Beech Street

Health Net

Medicare

HealthSmart

Humana

Whole Foods Market

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 431 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David Michael Hatcher, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$9,544 Da Vinci Surgical System $9,118	DA VINCI SP $426
Teleflex LLC	$412 Urolift System $296	Urolift $116
American Medical Systems Inc.	$288 AMS 800 Urinary Control System $170	RETROARC $68	AMS 700 Series $50
Boston Scientific Corporation	$275 AMS 700 $133	PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE $109	Rezum $21	GENERAL BPH $12
Photocure Inc	$114 Cysview $114
Other	$448 (815) Thiola $109	Cook Medical Extractors $96	RESTORELLE $70	XTANDI $31	AquaBeam Robotic System $30	Other $112

**Types of Payments**
Education	$5,250
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$2,500
Food and Beverage	$2,171
Travel and Lodging	$1,137
Gift	$23

Biography

Dr. David Hatcher practices urology (urinary tract disease). Areas of expertise for Dr. Hatcher include bladder cancer, biopsy, and kidney cancer. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Sharp Memorial Hospital and Sharp HealthCare. He is a graduate of New York University (NYU) School of Medicine. His medical residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with the University of Chicago. Patient ratings for Dr. Hatcher average 5.0 stars (out of 5). He accepts Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. Sharp HealthCare reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in San Diego, CA.