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Dr. Lauren Linker, MD

Otolaryngologist

Ypsilanti, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Linker, Otolaryngologist in Ypsilanti, MI?

    Dr. Lauren Linker, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Ypsilanti, MI. Dr. Linker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Linker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Linker’s office at (800) 851-6672.

    What languages does Dr. Linker speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Linker 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. Linker. 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    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
    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
    • H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Linker 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. Linker. 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

    Does Dr. Linker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Linker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 851-6672 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Linker accept in Ypsilanti, MI?

    Dr. Linker in Ypsilanti, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Linker's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Linker's Primary Practice

    5333 McAuley Dr Rm 2017

    Ypsilanti, MI 48197

    (800) 851-6672

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

    Dr. Linker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104388289.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Linker?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Linker's specialty?

    Dr. Linker is an Otolaryngologist near Ypsilanti, MI.

    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. Lauren Linker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Linker is affiliated with Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Chelsea Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Trinity Health Livingston Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn 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 Dr. Lauren Linker accepting new patients in Ypsilanti, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Linker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Linker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Linker's office at (800) 851-6672 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Linker?

    Please contact Dr. Linker's office at (800) 851-6672 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Linker's office located?

    Dr. Linker's office is located in Ypsilanti, MI.