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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Van Ess, Otologist & Neurotologist in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Van Ess graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Van Ess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Ess’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Ess’s office.
Where did Dr. Van Ess go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Van Ess speak?
Dr. Van Ess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Van Ess typically treat?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Van Ess 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. Van Ess. 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Mixed 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
- Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
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
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Van Ess typically perform?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Van Ess 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. Van Ess. 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:
- Eardrum Repair Surgery
- Eardrum Repair with Hearing Bone Reconstruction
- Tympanoplasty
- Middle Ear Repair
- Eardrum Reconstruction
- Tympanoplasty with Ossicular Reconstruction
- Middle Ear Surgery
- PORP/TORP Placement
- Hearing Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction
- 69633: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; with ossicular chain reconstruction and synthetic prosthesis (eg, partial ossicular replacement prosthesis [PORP], total ossicular replacement prosthesis [TORP])
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Van Ess accept my insurance?
Dr. Van Ess 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. Van Ess accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Van Ess in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Van Ess' office located?
What is Dr. Van Ess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Van Ess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841404613.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Ess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Ess
What is Dr. Mark Van Ess's specialty?
Dr. Van Ess is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Joplin, MO.
What does an Otologist & Neurotologist do?
An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions.
Is this Dr. Mark Van Ess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Van Ess is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas, Mercy Hospital Lebanon 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 Mark Van Ess accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Mark Van Ess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Van Ess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Van Ess's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Van Ess?
Please contact Dr. Van Ess's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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