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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smetak, Otolaryngologist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Miriam Smetak, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. Dr. Smetak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smetak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smetak’s office at (314) 362-7395.
What languages does Dr. Smetak speak?
Dr. Smetak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Smetak typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Smetak 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. Smetak. 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:
- 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Loss in Both Ears
- Mixed Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Bilateral Deafness
- Hearing Impairment Both Sides
- Poor Hearing in Both Ears
- Combined Hearing Loss
- Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
- Mixed Type Hearing Loss
- Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H9193: Unspecified 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:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Tinnitus
- Perforated Eardrum
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ringing in Ears
- Ear Noise
- Head Noise
- Ruptured eardrum
- Hole in eardrum
- Tympanic membrane tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
- H9312: Tinnitus, left ear
- H7291: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, right ear
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Skin Cyst in Left Ear
- Ear Infection
- Cholesteatoma Left Ear
- Left Ear Growth
- Skin Cell Growth in Left Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7192: Unspecified cholesteatoma, left ear
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Smetak typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Smetak 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. Smetak. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Smetak accept my insurance?
Dr. Smetak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-7395 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smetak accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Smetak in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smetak's office located?
What is Dr. Smetak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smetak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265939516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smetak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smetak
What is Dr. Miriam Smetak's specialty?
Dr. Smetak is a Otolaryngologist near Orange, CA.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Miriam Smetak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smetak is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Miriam Smetak accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Miriam Smetak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Miriam Smetak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smetak's office at (314) 362-7395 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Miriam Smetak?
Please contact Dr. Smetak's office at (314) 362-7395 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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