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Dr. Donald Farwell, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Donald Farwell, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Farwell graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center Program. Dr. Farwell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farwell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farwell’s office at (916) 734-8169.

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

    • Residency: Virginia Mason Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Farwell board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Farwell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Farwell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Farwell treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Farwell 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. Farwell. 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:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Side of Tongue Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Tongue Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Tongue Carcinoma
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
    • Cheek Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Cheek
    • Lateral Tongue Carcinoma
    • Malignant Tumor on Side of Tongue
    • Cancer on tongue border

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
    • C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
    • C060: Malignant neoplasm of cheek mucosa
    • C021: Malignant neoplasm of border of tongue

    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:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Tonsil Cancer
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Mouth Lesions
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Oral Sores
    • Mouth Ulcers
    • Abnormalities in Mouth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K1379: Other lesions of oral mucosa

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
    • Cancer
    • Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
    • Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
    • Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Enlarged Thyroid Gland
    • Simple Goiter
    • Thyroid Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    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:

    • Other Tongue Disorder
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Tongue Problems
    • Tongue Ailments
    • Unspecified Tongue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K149: Disease of tongue, 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:

    • Endocrine or Nervous System Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
    • Endocrine Gland Neoplasm
    • Nervous System Neoplasm
    • Unspecified Gland Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D497: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of endocrine glands and other parts of nervous system

    Does Dr. Farwell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-8169 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Farwell 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

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Farwell's office located?

    Dr. Donald Farwell's Primary Practice

    800 Walnut St Fl 18

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

    (916) 734-8169

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    Dr. Donald Farwell's Practice 2

    3737 Market St Fl 3

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Dr. Donald Farwell's Practice 3

    3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 3

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 662-2777

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

    Dr. Farwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972587525.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farwell?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Farwell's specialty?

    Dr. Farwell 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. Farwell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald Farwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farwell is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Donald Farwell accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Farwell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Farwell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farwell's office at (916) 734-8169 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Farwell?

    Please contact Dr. Farwell's office at (916) 734-8169 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Farwell have?

    Dr. Donald Farwell is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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