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Who is Dr. Freedman, Otolaryngologist in Middletown, RI?
Dr. Steven Freedman, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Middletown, RI. He is board certified. Dr. Freedman graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Freedman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Freedman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Freedman’s office at (401) 849-4448.
Where did Dr. Freedman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Freedman board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Freedman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Freedman speak?
Dr. Freedman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Freedman typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Freedman 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. Freedman. 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Nerve hearing loss
- Inner ear hearing loss
- Permanent hearing loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
Also known as:
- Eczema-like Outer Ear Inflammation
- Ear Disorder
- Eczematoid Otitis Externa
- Ear Eczema
- Itchy Outer Ear Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- H60543: Acute eczematoid otitis externa, bilateral
Also known as:
- Narrowed Ear Canal
- Ear Disorder
- Ear canal stenosis
- Blocked ear canal
- External ear canal narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H61303: Acquired stenosis of external ear canal, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Freedman typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Freedman 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. Freedman. 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:
- Foreign Body Removal from Ear Canal (Without General Anesthesia)
- Ear Canal Foreign Object Removal
- Remove Object from Ear
- Earwax Removal
CPT Codes:
- 69200: Removal foreign body from external auditory canal; without general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Ear Drum Incision with Fluid Drainage or Eustachian Tube Inflation
- Myringotomy
- Ear Drum Puncture
- Eustachian Tube Inflation
- Ear Fluid Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 69420: Myringotomy including aspiration and/or eustachian tube inflation
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:
- Ear Tube Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Myringotomy with Tubes
- Tympanostomy with Ventilating Tube
- Ear Drum Incision with Tube Placement
- Grommet Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia
Does Dr. Freedman accept my insurance?
Dr. Freedman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 849-4448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Freedman accept in Middletown, RI?
Dr. Freedman in Middletown, RI 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 Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Globe Life
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Freedman's office located?
What is Dr. Freedman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Freedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912901869.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Freedman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Freedman
What is Dr. Steven Freedman's specialty?
Dr. Freedman is a Otolaryngologist near Middletown, RI.
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. Steven Freedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Freedman is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam 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
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Is Steven Freedman accepting new patients in Middletown, RI?
Yes, Dr. Steven Freedman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Freedman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Freedman's office at (401) 849-4448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Freedman?
Please contact Dr. Freedman's office at (401) 849-4448 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Freedman have?
Dr. Steven Freedman is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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