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Who is Dr. Matsuoka, Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Matsuoka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matsuoka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matsuoka’s office at (312) 695-8182.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Matsuoka?
Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Matsuoka empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neurotology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Matsuoka is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Matsuoka board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Matsuoka speak?
Dr. Matsuoka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Matsuoka treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Matsuoka 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. Matsuoka. 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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tinnitus
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Ringing in Ears
- Ear Noise
- Head Noise
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9312: Tinnitus, left ear
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Migraine Types
- Migraine
- Uncommon migraine
- Atypical migraine
- Complex migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43809: Other migraine, not intractable, without status migrainosus
What procedures does Dr. Matsuoka perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Matsuoka 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. Matsuoka. 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:
- 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:
- Inner Ear Drug Infusion
- Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion', 'Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment', 'Meniere's Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal
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
Also known as:
- Mastoid Cavity Cleaning
- Mastoidectomy Debridement
- Ear Canal Cleaning (Post-Surgery)
- Mastoid Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69220: Debridement, mastoidectomy cavity, simple (eg, routine cleaning)
Also known as:
- Basic Balance Test
- Balance Tests
- Vestibular Evaluation
- Inner Ear Balance Test
- Nystagmus Test
CPT Codes:
- 92540: Basic vestibular evaluation, includes spontaneous nystagmus test with eccentric gaze fixation nystagmus, with recording, positional nystagmus test, minimum of 4 positions, with recording, optokinetic nystagmus test, bidirectional foveal and peripheral stimulation, with recording, and oscillating tracking test, with recording
Also known as:
- Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
- Autogenous ear cartilage graft
- Nose cartilage reconstruction
- Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
- Cartilage transplant for nose/ear
CPT Codes:
- 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Does Dr. Matsuoka accept my insurance?
Dr. Matsuoka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-8182 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Matsuoka accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Matsuoka in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Matsuoka's office located?
Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka's Primary Practice
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(312) 695-8182
Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka's Practice 3
675 N Saint Clair St Ste 15-200
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 695-8182
What is Dr. Matsuoka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Matsuoka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669630653.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matsuoka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matsuoka
What is Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka's specialty?
Dr. Matsuoka is a Otolaryngologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Matsuoka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Matsuoka is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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 Akihiro Matsuoka accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Matsuoka's office at (312) 695-8182 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akihiro Matsuoka?
Please contact Dr. Matsuoka's office at (312) 695-8182 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka have?
Dr. Akihiro Matsuoka is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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