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Dr. Karen Ann Hawley, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hawley, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Karen Ann Hawley, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hawley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hawley’s office at (505) 272-2336.

    What languages does Dr. Hawley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hawley typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hawley 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. Hawley. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    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
    • H9041: Sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, right ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia

    What procedures does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hawley typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hawley 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. Hawley. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Tonsil and adenoid removal
    • T&A surgery
    • Throat surgery for tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
    • Lingual Frenectomy
    • Frenotomy
    • Tongue-Tie Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Eardrum Repair Surgery
    • Tympanoplasty
    • Middle Ear Repair
    • Eardrum Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction

    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

    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:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
    • Fat Grafting
    • Dermal Graft
    • Fascia Graft
    • Tissue Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)

    Does Dr. Hawley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hawley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hawley accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Hawley in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of Wisconsin

    • Texas Children's Hospital

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    Where is Dr. Hawley's office located?

    Unm Surgical Specialties Clinic

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 272-2336

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    Dr. Karen Ann Hawley's Practice 2

    7801 Academy Rd NE Ste 2

    Albuquerque, NM 87109

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

    Dr. Hawley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437323748.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hawley?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Ann Hawley's specialty?

    Dr. Hawley is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Albuquerque, NM.

    What does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist do?

    A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing.

    Is this Dr. Karen Ann Hawley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hawley is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Uw Health University Hospital 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

    When to see a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Karen Ann Hawley accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Ann Hawley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Ann Hawley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hawley's office at (505) 272-2336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Ann Hawley?

    Please contact Dr. Hawley's office at (505) 272-2336 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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