keystone urology patient portal

What is the Urology patient portal?

Patient Portal The Keystone Urology Specialists Portal is a simple, secure way to manage your health care and to access your medical information from your computer or mobile devices. PLEASE ACTIVATE YOUR PORTAL ACCOUNT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE NECESSARY FORMS FOR YOUR UPCOMING VISIT.

Can I use the patient portal with an API?

Keystone Urology Specialists (formerly Lancaster Urology) was formed by the combination of local groups that have been providing preeminent urological care to the patients of Central Pennsylvania for well over 55 years. Our patients continue to be our highest priority as we deliver an exceptional experience, advanced treatments, and superior outcomes. We offer local …

What if I need help logging into the patient portal?

Patient Resources COVID-19 Insurance Notification During COVID-19, insurers have changed the rules about your physician being able to provide advice over the phone or by email.

When to ask a Urologist about Urolift

You should speak with a Urologist about Urolift if you are bothered by how you urinate (slow stream, hesitancy, trouble emptying), and would prefer to avoid oral medications or find medications insufficient to help your symptoms.

Cost

Typically covered by most insurances (although coinsurance and deductibles may apply). Coverage will be verified prior to proceeding. If you do not have insurance, our office will be able to give you an out-of-pocket cost estimate.

Effectiveness

Urolift has shown an average IPSS symptom score improvement of 50% and a 3.5 cc/sec increase in maximum flow rate. These results are stable and durable to at least 5 years (current studies do not go longer than 5 years). Over the same period, only 13% of men required a repeat procedure.

Possible Side Effects

The risks of the procedure include pain, bleeding, infection, damage to surrounding structures, difficulty urinating, worsening of urinary symptoms and the risks of anesthesia. These risks are substantially lower than the traditional procedures for enlarged prostate, such as TURP and laser prostatectomy.

Alternative Approaches

Alternatives to Urolift may include observation without treatment, oral medications, chronic catheterization, or other minimally-invasive outlet procedures.

What to do to Prepare for Surgery

You will receive detailed instructions from the surgical schedulers regarding any necessary testing or appointments prior to surgery. In general, you should temporarily stop blood-thinning medications prior to surgery (when to stop depends on the type of blood thinner).

What to Expect after Surgery

After Urolift, only half of men need a catheter and when needed it is typically only for 1 day. Some men experience irritation from the procedure and may have the need to urinate more urgently or frequently for the first weeks or months after the surgery.