16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nayak, Otolaryngologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Jayakar Nayak, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Nayak completed his residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Nayak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nayak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nayak’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nayak?
Dr. Jayakar Nayak, 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. Nayak empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Nasal & Sinus Disorders, Rhinosinusitis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford, CA community, Dr. Nayak is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nayak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA | University of Pennsylvania PA | University of Pennsylvania, Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus
Is Dr. Nayak board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Jayakar Nayak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Nayak speak?
Dr. Nayak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Nayak typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Nayak 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. Nayak. 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:
- 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
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Rhinosinusitis
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Nayak typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Nayak 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. Nayak. 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:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
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:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Adhesion Removal
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Intranasal synechia lysis
- Nasal scar tissue removal
- Nose adhesion surgery
- Release of nasal adhesions
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30560: Lysis intranasal synechia
Also known as:
- Removal of Growth Inside the Nose
- Intranasal lesion excision
- Nasal growth removal
- Laser treatment for nasal lesion
- Nose polyp removal
CPT Codes:
- 30117: Excision or destruction (eg, laser), intranasal lesion; internal approach
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Nayak accept my insurance?
Dr. Nayak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nayak accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Nayak in Stanford, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nayak's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
CORE Schering Plough Resident Research Award from the American Academy
University of Pittsburgh
Gold Foundation Little Apple Medical Student Teaching Award Finalist,
University of Pittsburgh
Bernhard A. Goldman Prize in Dermatology,
University of Pittsburgh
M.D./Ph.D. Transfer Admission & Full Scholarship Award,
University of Pittsburgh
U Californioa, San Diego
American Heart Association Medical Student Research Fellowship
U California, San Diego
Howard Hughes Medical Institute Medical Student Research Fellowship
Salk Institute, La Jolla, CA
Stanley J. Sarnoff Endowment Medical Student Research Fellowship
Baccalaureate with Honors,
University of Pennsylvania
Basal cells in maintenance and regeneration of the nasal epithelium,
Career Development Award
Human Mucosal Immune Responses to Influenza Virus: a Systems Biology
Immune Responses to Influenza Virus in Single Human Nasal Epithelial
2D and 3D Electron Microscopy Ultrastructure of Murine Nasal Cavity,
Influenza virus tropism for human nasal epithelial cells of the upper
Co-Valedictorian, Woodbridge High School, New Jersey
Publications
Experience with intraoperative vigation
, 2014
Systemic prednisone administration selectively alters granulocyte subsets
, 2013
Characterization of human upper airway epithelial progenitors.
, 2013
Expression of dual oxidases and secreted cytokines in chronic rhinosinusitis.
, 2013
Trends in incidence
, 2013
Low-frequency pulsed ultrasound in the sal cavity and parasal sinuses
, 2012
tionwide incidence of major complications in endoscopic sinus surgery
, 2012
Sinosal seromucinous hamartomas: Clinical features and diagnostic dilemma
, 2010
Assessing the risk of irrigation bottle and fluid contamition after endoscopic sinus surgery
, 2010
Biofilms in chronic rhinosinusitis: A review
, 2009
Head and neck epithelioid sarcoma in a child
, 2008
Experience with the exp
, 2007
Phagocytosis induces lysosome remodeling
, 2006
Role of antigen-processing machinery in the in vitro resistance of squamous cell carcinoma of the
, 2006
Diagnostic utility of positron emission tomography
, 2005
Lipid-protamine-D-mediated antigen delivery to antigen-presenting cells results
, 2003
Primary lymphoma of the larynx: New diagnostic and therapeutic approaches
, 2003
Intravenous injection of ked D encoding secreted flt3 lig
, 2000
The dual phases of the response to neotal exposure to a V-H family
, 1998
B-cell superantigens: molecular and cellular implications.
, 1997
Experience with intraoperative navigation
, 2014
Human ethmoid sinus mucosa: a promising novel tissue source of mesenchymal progenitor cells
, 2014
Systemic prednisone administration selectively alters granulocyte subsets
, 2013
Characterization of human upper airway epithelial progenitors.
, 2013
Expression of dual oxidases and secreted cytokines in chronic rhinosinusitis.
, 2013
Survival outcomes in acute invasive fungal sinusitis
, 2013
Trends in incidence
, 2013
Low-frequency pulsed ultrasound in the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses
, 2012
Nationwide incidence of major complications in endoscopic sinus surgery
, 2012
Sinonasal seromucinous hamartomas: Clinical features and diagnostic dilemma
, 2010
Assessing the risk of irrigation bottle and fluid contamination after endoscopic sinus surgery
, 2010
Biofilms in chronic rhinosinusitis: A review
, 2009
Head and neck epithelioid sarcoma in a child
, 2008
Head and Neck Cancer Immunotherapy: Clinical Evaluation
, 2008
Deferring planned neck dissection following chemoradiation for stage IV head and neck cancer
, 2007
Experience with the exp
, 2007
Phagocytosis induces lysosome remodeling
, 2006
Role of antigen-processing machinery in the in vitro resistance of squamous cell carcinoma of the
, 2006
Current use of F-18-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography
, 2005
Diagnostic utility of positron emission tomography
, 2005
Sensitization with xenogeneic tissues alters the heavy chain repertoire of human anti-Ga1 alpha 1
, 2005
Lipid-protamine-DNA-mediated antigen delivery to antigen-presenting cells results
, 2003
Myoepithelial neoplasia of the submandibular gland - Case report and therapeutic considerations
, 2003
Primary lymphoma of the larynx: New diagnostic and therapeutic approaches
, 2003
Intravenous injection of naked DNA encoding secreted flt3 lig
, 2000
The dual phases of the response to neonatal exposure to a V-H family
, 1998
In vivo consequences of B cell superantigen immunization
, 1997
B-cell superantigens: molecular and cellular implications.
, 1997
What is Dr. Nayak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nayak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841451556.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nayak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nayak
What is Dr. Jayakar Nayak's specialty?
Dr. Nayak is a Otolaryngologist near Stanford, 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 this Dr. Jayakar Nayak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nayak is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Jayakar Nayak accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jayakar Nayak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jayakar Nayak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nayak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jayakar Nayak?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Jayakar Nayak have?
Dr. Jayakar Nayak is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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