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Dr. Leslie Nurse, MD

Upper Marlboro, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nurse, Otolaryngologist in Upper Marlboro, MD?

    Dr. Leslie Nurse, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Upper Marlboro, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nurse graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A. Dr. Nurse is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nurse’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nurse’s office at (917) 992-1060.

    Where did Dr. Nurse go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A

    • Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nurse board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Nurse, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Nurse speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Nurse typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Nurse 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. Nurse. 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Polyp
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Polyp in nose
    • Nasal growth
    • Sinus polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J339: Nasal polyp, unspecified

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Nurse typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Nurse 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. Nurse. 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:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
    • Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery
    • Total Ethmoidectomy
    • Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
    • Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
    • Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
    • Maxillary sinus surgery
    • Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
    • 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
    • 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;

    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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Nurse accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nurse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 992-1060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nurse accept in Upper Marlboro, MD?

    Dr. Nurse in Upper Marlboro, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nurse's office located?

    Kaiser Permanente Largo Medical Center

    1221 Mercantile Ln

    Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

    (917) 992-1060

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    Dr. Leslie Nurse's Practice 2

    655 Watkins Mill Rd

    Gaithersburg, MD 20879

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    Dr. Leslie Nurse's Practice 3

    5400 Hillmeade Rd

    Bowie, MD 20720

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

    Dr. Nurse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366619231.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nurse?

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

    What is Dr. Leslie Nurse's specialty?

    Dr. Nurse is a Otolaryngologist near Upper Marlboro, MD.

    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. Leslie Nurse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nurse is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Suburban Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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 an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Otolaryngologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Leslie Nurse accepting new patients in Upper Marlboro, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Nurse is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leslie Nurse offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nurse's office at (917) 992-1060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leslie Nurse?

    Please contact Dr. Nurse's office at (917) 992-1060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leslie Nurse have?

    Dr. Leslie Nurse is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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