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Who is Dr. Giesler-Spellman, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Melanie Giesler-Spellman, DO is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA. Dr. Giesler-Spellman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giesler-Spellman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giesler-Spellman’s office at (319) 399-2022.
What languages does Dr. Giesler-Spellman speak?
Dr. Giesler-Spellman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Giesler-Spellman treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Giesler-Spellman 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. Giesler-Spellman. 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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
- H6533: Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Chronic Tonsil and Adenoid Problems
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
- Persistent tonsil issues
- Long-term adenoid problems
- Chronic throat issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
- J358: Other chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids
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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Pet Allergy
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
- Animal dander allergy
- Cat allergy
- Dog allergy
- Allergic rhinitis from pets
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
- J3081: Allergic rhinitis due to animal (cat) (dog) hair and dander
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:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Rhinosinusitis
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
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:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Giesler-Spellman perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Giesler-Spellman 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. Giesler-Spellman. 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:
- Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
- DISE Procedure
- Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
- Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
- Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea
CPT Codes:
- 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic
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:
- Adenoid Removal for Children
- Pediatric Adenoidectomy
- Adenoid Surgery for Kids
- Removal of Adenoids
CPT Codes:
- 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Spreader Grafting (Nose)
- Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
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:
- Surgical Nasal Endoscopy for Nosebleed Control
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Nosebleed Treatment
- Nasal Hemorrhage Control Endoscopy
- Surgical Sinus Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31238: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with control of nasal hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
Also known as:
- Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Inspire Device Implantation
- Sleep Apnea Neurostimulator
- Tongue Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64582: Open implantation of hypoglossal nerve neurostimulator array, pulse generator, and distal respiratory sensor electrode or electrode array
Also known as:
- Vagus Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- VNS Implantation
- Cranial Nerve Stimulator Surgery
- Neurostimulator for Vagus Nerve
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation Device
CPT Codes:
- 64568: Open implantation of cranial nerve (eg, vagus nerve) neurostimulator electrode array and pulse generator
Also known as:
- Hyoid Bone Muscle Release and Suspension
- Hyoid suspension
- Myotomy of hyoid
- Sleep apnea surgery
- Throat muscle repositioning
CPT Codes:
- 21685: Hyoid myotomy and suspension
Does Dr. Giesler-Spellman accept my insurance?
Dr. Giesler-Spellman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 399-2022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giesler-Spellman accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Giesler-Spellman in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
Midwest Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Giesler-Spellman's office located?
Dr. Melanie Giesler-Spellman's Primary Practice
202 10th St SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 399-2022
What is Dr. Giesler-Spellman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giesler-Spellman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013138270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giesler-Spellman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giesler-Spellman
What is Dr. Melanie Giesler-Spellman's specialty?
Dr. Giesler-Spellman is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Cedar Rapids, IA. A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Giesler-Spellman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melanie Giesler-Spellman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giesler-Spellman is affiliated with UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids, Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, IA, MercyOne Clinton Medical Center, UnityPoint Health - Trinity Bettendorf, UnityPoint Health-Allen 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 Melanie Giesler-Spellman accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Giesler-Spellman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Giesler-Spellman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giesler-Spellman's office at (319) 399-2022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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