Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Woodson, Otologist & Neurotologist in San Diego, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Woodson?
Dr. Erika Woodson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otologist & Neurotologist 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. Woodson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acoustic Neuroma/Schwannoma, Cochlear Implants, Ear Disorders/Surgery, Otology & Neuro-Otology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Woodson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Woodson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Woodson board certified as an Otologist & Neurotologist?
Yes, Dr. Erika Woodson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Woodson speak?
Dr. Woodson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Woodson typically treat?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Woodson 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. Woodson. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Woodson typically perform?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Woodson 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. Woodson. 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:
- 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:
- 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 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)
Does Dr. Woodson accept my insurance?
Dr. Woodson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-6691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Woodson accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Woodson in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Woodson's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Woodson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Woodson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Woodson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Woodson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376754036.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Woodson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Woodson