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Dr. Christopher Fundakowski, MD

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Dr. Christopher Fundakowski, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fundakowski, Otolaryngologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Christopher Fundakowski, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Fundakowski is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fundakowski’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fundakowski’s office at (215) 955-6760.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fundakowski?

    Dr. Christopher Fundakowski, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fundakowski empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer & Surgery, Head & Neck Cancer Reconstruction, Reconstructive Microvascular Surgery, Sentinel Node Surgery, Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Fundakowski is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Fundakowski speak?

    Dr. Fundakowski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Fundakowski treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fundakowski 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. Fundakowski. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer
    • Malignant Laryngeal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
    • C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    Also known as:

    • Pharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Pharynx
    • Throat Swallowing Difficulty
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1313: Dysphagia, pharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Mouth Malignancy
    • Oral Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Salivary Gland Problems
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Salivary Gland Issues
    • Saliva Gland Ailments
    • Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K118: Other diseases of salivary glands

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
    • E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mouth Sores or Lesions
    • Other Mouth Lesions
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Oral Lesions
    • Mouth Ulcers
    • Oral Mucosa Issues
    • Oral Sores
    • Abnormalities in Mouth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa
    • K1379: Other lesions of oral mucosa

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Benign Parotid Gland Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Non-cancerous parotid growth
    • Parotid gland adenoma
    • Parotid lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D110: Benign neoplasm of parotid gland

    Also known as:

    • Head and Neck Cancer
    • Head Cancer
    • Neck Cancer
    • Facial Cancer
    • Malignant Head and Neck Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C760: Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Salivary Gland Cancer
    • Parotid Gland Cancer
    • Salivary Gland Tumor
    • Salivary Gland Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C07: Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland

    Also known as:

    • Pharynx Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Throat conditions
    • Pharyngeal diseases
    • Problems with the pharynx

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J392: Other diseases of pharynx

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck

    What procedures does Dr. Fundakowski perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fundakowski 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. Fundakowski. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
    • Thyroid Gland Removal (Neck Incision)
    • Total Thyroid Removal
    • Thyroid Gland Removal for Cancer with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
    • Thyroid Lobe Removal
    • Partial Thyroidectomy
    • Isthmusectomy
    • Thyroidectomy
    • Substernal Thyroid Removal
    • Cervical Thyroidectomy
    • Complete thyroidectomy
    • Thyroid gland removal
    • Thyroid surgery
    • Total Thyroidectomy for Cancer
    • Subtotal Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
    • Thyroid Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
    • 60271: Thyroidectomy, including substernal thyroid; cervical approach
    • 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
    • 60252: Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection

    Also known as:

    • Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
    • Parathyroid Gland Transplant
    • Parathyroidectomy
    • Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
    • Parathyroid Autograft
    • Parathyroid Tissue Transfer
    • Parathyroid Reimplantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
    • 60512: Parathyroid autotransplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Deep Jugular Lymph Node Removal
    • Neck Lymph Node Dissection
    • Jugular Node Excision
    • Cervical Lymphadenectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38542: Dissection, deep jugular node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Voice and Resonance Analysis
    • Voice Disorder Evaluation
    • Speech Resonance Assessment
    • Vocal Quality Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Neck Dissection
    • Cervical Lymph Node Removal
    • Neck Lymphadenectomy
    • Neck Dissection Surgery
    • Lymph Node Biopsy Neck

    CPT Codes:

    • 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Oropharynx Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • Cervical Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Deep Cervical Node Removal
    • Superficial Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Lymph Gland Biopsy
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Throat Biopsy
    • Back of Mouth Biopsy
    • Pharyngeal Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
    • 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial
    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 42800: Biopsy; oropharynx

    Also known as:

    • Parotid Gland Tumor Removal with Facial Nerve Preservation
    • Parotidectomy
    • Salivary gland tumor removal
    • Facial nerve sparing parotidectomy
    • Lateral parotidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 42415: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; lateral lobe, with dissection and preservation of facial nerve

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Scope with Biopsy
    • Rigid Esophagoscopy
    • Throat Scope with Sample
    • Esophagus Examination and Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43191: Esophagoscopy, rigid, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Partial Tongue Removal
    • Partial glossectomy
    • Tongue resection
    • Tongue surgery for cancer
    • Removal of part of tongue

    CPT Codes:

    • 41120: Glossectomy; less than one-half tongue

    Also known as:

    • Salivary Duct Repair
    • Repair of Salivary Gland Duct
    • Sialodochoplasty
    • Salivary Gland Duct Repair
    • Complicated Salivary Duct Surgery
    • Salivary Duct Reconstruction
    • Blocked Salivary Duct Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42505: Plastic repair of salivary duct, sialodochoplasty; secondary or complicated
    • 42500: Plastic repair of salivary duct, sialodochoplasty; primary or simple

    Also known as:

    • Direct Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Throat Scope
    • Larynx Examination

    CPT Codes:

    • 31525: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, except newborn

    Also known as:

    • Laryngoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Direct Laryngoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Voice Box Scope with Biopsy
    • Throat Biopsy via Laryngoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31535: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy;

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
    • Voice box biopsy
    • Throat biopsy with scope
    • Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Midface Flap Reconstruction
    • Zygomaticofacial Flap
    • Cheek Flap Surgery
    • Midface Tissue Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15730: Midface flap (ie, zygomaticofacial flap) with preservation of vascular pedicle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Derma-Fat-Fascia Graft
    • Skin fat fascia graft
    • Composite tissue graft
    • Autologous fat graft
    • Soft tissue graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 15770: Graft; derma-fat-fascia

    Also known as:

    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Facial skin graft
    • Hand skin graft
    • Neck skin graft
    • Genital skin graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound

    CPT Codes:

    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
    • Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
    • Breast Reinforcement Implant
    • Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
    • Tissue Scaffold Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Large Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
    • Removal of Soft Tissue Tumor (Neck/Chest)
    • Radical Soft Tissue Resection
    • Sarcoma Removal Face/Scalp
    • Large Skin Tumor Excision
    • Facial Tumor Surgery
    • Neck Tumor Excision
    • Chest Wall Tumor Removal
    • Soft Tissue Mass Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 21016: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of face or scalp; 2 cm or greater
    • 21556: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
    • Neck soft tissue tumor removal
    • Chest wall tumor excision
    • Subfascial tumor removal
    • Large intramuscular tumor surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21554: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater

    Also known as:

    • Cranial Nerve Repair
    • Cranial Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Cranial Nerve Transposition
    • Nerve Surgery in Head

    CPT Codes:

    • 64716: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; cranial nerve (specify)

    Does Dr. Fundakowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fundakowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fundakowski accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Fundakowski in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Mattel Inc

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fundakowski's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Fundakowski's Primary Practice

    925 Chestnut St Fl 6

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

    (215) 955-6760

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    5.0

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    99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    73% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    98% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Christopher Fundakowski an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Fundakowski has been rated and reviewed by 128 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Fundakowski, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Fundakowski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fundakowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588836126.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fundakowski?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fundakowski

    What is Dr. Christopher Fundakowski's specialty?

    Dr. Fundakowski is a Otolaryngologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Fundakowski to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Fundakowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fundakowski is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christopher Fundakowski accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Fundakowski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Fundakowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fundakowski's office at (215) 955-6760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Fundakowski?

    Please contact Dr. Fundakowski's office at (215) 955-6760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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