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Dr. Michael Winstead

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Winstead, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Michael Winstead is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Winstead is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Winstead’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Winstead’s office at (817) 702-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Winstead speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Winstead typically treat?

    As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Winstead 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. Winstead. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Jaw
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Jaw Inflammation
    • Jaw Bone Infection
    • Jaw Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws

    Also known as:

    • Osteonecrosis
    • Avascular Necrosis
    • Aseptic Necrosis
    • Bone Death
    • Bone Infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M87180: Osteonecrosis due to drugs, jaw
    • M879: Osteonecrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Jaw Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Primary Bone Cancer
    • Mandibular Cancer
    • Lower Jaw Cancer
    • Malignant Mandible Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C411: Malignant neoplasm of mandible

    Also known as:

    • Benign Jaw Bone Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Bone Disease
    • Non-cancerous jaw growth
    • Benign mandible neoplasm
    • Jaw lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D165: Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone

    Also known as:

    • Side of Tongue Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Lateral Tongue Carcinoma
    • Malignant Tumor on Side of Tongue
    • Cancer on tongue border
    • Gum Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Gum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C021: Malignant neoplasm of border of tongue
    • C031: Malignant neoplasm of lower gum

    What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Winstead typically perform?

    As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Winstead 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. Winstead. 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:

    • Continuous Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
    • Oximetry Test
    • Blood Oxygen Level Check

    CPT Codes:

    • 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Jaw Tumor or Cyst
    • Jaw Bone Removal
    • Mandible Tumor Excision
    • Jaw Cyst Removal
    • Benign Jaw Lesion Surgery
    • Mandible Bone Excision
    • Jaw Osteomyelitis Surgery
    • Bone Abscess Removal (Jaw)

    CPT Codes:

    • 21040: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible, by enucleation and/or curettage
    • 21025: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); mandible

    Also known as:

    • Partial Tongue Removal
    • Partial glossectomy
    • Tongue resection
    • Tongue surgery for cancer
    • Removal of part of tongue

    CPT Codes:

    • 41120: Glossectomy; less than one-half tongue

    Does Dr. Winstead accept my insurance?

    Dr. Winstead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 702-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Winstead accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Winstead in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Winstead's office located?

    Dr. Michael Winstead's Primary Practice

    1930 Alcoa Hwy Ste 335

    Knoxville, TN 37920

    (817) 702-3000

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

    Dr. Winstead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245650613.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Winstead?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Winstead's specialty?

    Dr. Winstead is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Knoxville, TN.

    What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?

    Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.

    Is this Dr. Michael Winstead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Winstead is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee Medical Center 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

    When to see an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Michael Winstead accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Winstead is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Winstead offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Winstead's office at (817) 702-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Winstead?

    Please contact Dr. Winstead's office at (817) 702-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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