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Dr. Derrick Wallace, MD

Otolaryngologist

Berkeley Heights, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wallace, Otolaryngologist in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    Dr. Derrick Wallace, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Berkeley Heights, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wallace graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Wallace is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallace’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wallace’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wallace?

    Dr. Derrick Wallace, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wallace empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Balloon Sinuplasty, Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Salivary Gland Surgery, Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, Tonsil/Adenoid Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Berkeley Heights, NJ community, Dr. Wallace is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    What languages does Dr. Wallace speak?

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

    • English
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Wallace 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. Wallace. 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:

    • 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
    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear

    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:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Wallace 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. Wallace. 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:

    • 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:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Wallace accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wallace accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wallace accept in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    Dr. Wallace in Berkeley Heights, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centivo

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Derrick Wallace's Primary Practice

    1 Diamond Hill Rd

    Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

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    Dr. Derrick Wallace's Practice 2

    1 Seymour St

    Montclair, NJ 07042

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    Dr. Derrick Wallace's Practice 3

    187 Washington Ave Ste 2I

    Nutley, NJ 07110

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

    Dr. Wallace's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114900362.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wallace?

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

    What is Dr. Derrick Wallace's specialty?

    Dr. Wallace is an Otolaryngologist near Berkeley Heights, NJ.

    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 Dr. Derrick Wallace affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wallace is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical 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

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    Is Dr. Derrick Wallace accepting new patients in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Derrick Wallace is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derrick Wallace offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Derrick Wallace?

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Wallace's offices are located in Berkeley Heights, NJ, Montclair, NJ, and Nutley, NJ.