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Dr. Benjamin Malkin, MD

Otolaryngologist

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Malkin, Otolaryngologist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Benjamin Malkin, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Malkin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malkin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malkin’s office at (718) 334-3392.

    Is Dr. Malkin board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Malkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Malkin speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Malkin 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. Malkin. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    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. Malkin typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Malkin 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. Malkin. 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:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    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 (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Does Dr. Malkin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Malkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 334-3392 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Malkin accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Malkin in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Malkin's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Malkin's Primary Practice

    3600 Broadway

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (718) 334-3392

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    What hospitals are Dr. Malkin affiliated with?

    Dr. Malkin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst,Elmhurst, NY

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

    Dr. Malkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023276847.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malkin?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Malkin's specialty?

    Dr. Malkin is an Otolaryngologist near Oakland, CA.

    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. Benjamin Malkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Malkin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Benjamin Malkin accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Malkin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Malkin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Malkin's office at (718) 334-3392 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Malkin?

    Please contact Dr. Malkin's office at (718) 334-3392 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Malkin's office located?

    Dr. Malkin's office is located in Oakland, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Malkin have?

    Dr. Benjamin Malkin is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.