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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'brien, Otolaryngologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Douglas O'brien, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. O'brien graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Otolaryngology. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office.
Where did Dr. O'brien go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Otolaryngology | Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. O'brien board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas O'brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?
Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. O'brien typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. O'brien diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. O'brien. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nasal Polyp
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
- Nose polyp
- Nasal growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- J330: Polyp of nasal cavity
Also known as:
- Chronic Laryngitis
- Throat Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Persistent laryngitis
- Long-term voice box inflammation
- Chronic hoarseness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J370: Chronic laryngitis
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. O'brien typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. O'brien performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. O'brien. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Nosebleed Treatment
- Severe Nosebleed Control
- Anterior Nasal Hemorrhage Repair
- Nosebleed Cautery and Packing
CPT Codes:
- 30903: Control nasal hemorrhage, anterior, complex (extensive cautery and/or packing) any method
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?
Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. O'brien in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fallon Health
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?
What is Dr. O'brien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245298629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'brien
What is Dr. Douglas O'brien's specialty?
Dr. O'brien is a Otolaryngologist near Worcester, MA.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. Douglas O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, Ma, Tufts Medical Center, Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus, Emerson Health which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Douglas O'brien accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas O'brien offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas O'brien?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas O'brien have?
Dr. Douglas O'brien is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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