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Dr. Ricardo Cristobal, MD

Dr. Ricardo Cristobal, MD

Benbrook, TX

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cristobal, Otolaryngologist in Benbrook, TX?

    Dr. Ricardo Cristobal, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Benbrook, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Cristobal graduated from Universidad De Navarra, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Otolaryngology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Cristobal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cristobal’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cristobal’s office at (817) 766-5500.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cristobal?

    Dr. Ricardo Cristobal, 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. Cristobal empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neurotology, Otology, Skull Base Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Benbrook/TX community, Dr. Cristobal is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Otolaryngology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, General Surgery

    • Medical School: La Univ Catolica De Navarra, Pamplona | Universidad De Navarra, Facultad De Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Cristobal speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cristobal treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Cristobal 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. Cristobal. 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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss
    • Conductive Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Combined Hearing Loss
    • Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Type Hearing Loss
    • Sound transmission hearing loss
    • Outer or middle ear hearing loss
    • Temporary hearing loss
    • Sound Conduction Hearing Loss
    • Middle Ear Hearing Loss
    • Outer Ear Hearing Loss
    • Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral
    • H9011: Conductive hearing loss, unilateral, right ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side
    • H9012: Conductive hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side
    • H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

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

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Perforated Eardrum
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ruptured eardrum
    • Hole in eardrum
    • Tympanic membrane tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
    • H7291: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Right Ear Discharge
    • Left Ear Discharge
    • Ear Disorder
    • Right Otorrhea
    • Leaking Right Ear
    • Right Ear Drainage
    • Left Otorrhea
    • Leaking Left Ear
    • Left Ear Drainage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9211: Otorrhea, right ear
    • H9212: Otorrhea, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Perforated Eardrum in Left Ear
    • Ear Disorder
    • Ruptured Eardrum Left Ear
    • Hole in Left Eardrum
    • Tympanic Membrane Perforation Left Ear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H7292: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Other Eustachian Tube Problems
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Disorders
    • Ear Tube Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, 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

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
    • Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

    Also known as:

    • Ataxia
    • Movement Disorder
    • Loss of Coordination
    • Clumsiness
    • Balance Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R270: Ataxia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Cristobal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cristobal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 766-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cristobal accept in Benbrook, TX?

    Dr. Cristobal in Benbrook, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cristobal's office located?

    Dr. Ricardo Cristobal's Primary Practice

    6320 Southwest Blvd Ste 200

    Benbrook, TX 76109

    (817) 766-5500

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    Dr. Ricardo Cristobal's Practice 2

    923 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

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    Dr. Ricardo Cristobal's Practice 3

    6700 Buenos Aires Dr

    North Richland Hills, TX 76180

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

    Dr. Cristobal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801059514.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cristobal?

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

    What is Dr. Ricardo Cristobal's specialty?

    Dr. Cristobal is a Otolaryngologist near Benbrook, TX. 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. Cristobal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ricardo Cristobal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cristobal is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth 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 Ricardo Cristobal accepting new patients in Benbrook, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Ricardo Cristobal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ricardo Cristobal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cristobal's office at (817) 766-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Cristobal?

    Please contact Dr. Cristobal's office at (817) 766-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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