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Dr. Robson Capasso, MD

Redwood City, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Capasso, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Robson Capasso, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Capasso is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Capasso’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Capasso’s office at (786) 266-1831.

    Where did Dr. Capasso go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Federal University of Parana Center of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Capasso board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robson Capasso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Capasso speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Capasso treat?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, Dr. Capasso 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. Capasso. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    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:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Acute Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Repeated tonsil infection
    • Recurring tonsillitis
    • Chronic tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    What procedures does Dr. Capasso perform?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, Dr. Capasso 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. Capasso. 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:

    • 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:

    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction (Superficial)
    • Inferior turbinate ablation
    • Nasal passage opening surgery
    • Radiofrequency turbinate reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30801: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); superficial

    Also known as:

    • Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
    • Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
    • Vocal Cord Exam
    • Throat Scope with Strobe Light
    • Voice Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy

    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:

    • Throat Reconstruction Surgery
    • Soft Palate and Throat Reconstruction
    • Pharynx Reconstruction
    • Plastic Surgery of the Throat
    • Throat Repair Surgery
    • Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
    • Throat Widening Surgery
    • Snoring Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42950: Pharyngoplasty (plastic or reconstructive operation on pharynx)
    • 42145: Palatopharyngoplasty (eg, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, uvulopharyngoplasty)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Flexible Endoscopic Swallowing Evaluation (FEES)
    • Endoscopy
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • FEES Test
    • Swallowing Endoscopy
    • Video Swallowing Study
    • Dysphagia Endoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92612: Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing by cine or video recording;

    Also known as:

    • Voice and Resonance Analysis
    • Voice Disorder Evaluation
    • Speech Resonance Assessment
    • Vocal Quality Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance

    Does Dr. Capasso accept my insurance?

    Dr. Capasso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 266-1831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Capasso accept in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Capasso in Redwood City, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Capasso's office located?

    Dr. Robson Capasso's Primary Practice

    450 Broadway St

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (786) 266-1831

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    Dr. Robson Capasso's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    Dr. Robson Capasso's Practice 3

    1695 NW 9th Ave

    Miami, FL 33136

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    Tracheostomy as treatment for adult obstructive sleep apnea: a systematic review and meta-alysis.

    Laryngoscope, 2014

    Snoring exclusively during sal breathing: a newly described respiratory pattern during sleep

    SLEEP AND BREATHING, 2014

    Uttended sleep studies in Pediatric OSA: A systematic review and meta-alysis

    The Laryngoscope

    Magement of obstructive sleep apnea in adults.

    Anls of interl medicine, 2014

    Reviewing the Systematic Reviews in OSA Surgery

    OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 2013

    Comprehensive review of surgeries for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

    BRAZILIAN JOURL OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY, 2013

    Improved sleep MRI at 3 tesla in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.

    Jourl of magnetic resonce imaging, 2013

    Phase of sal cycle during sleep tends to be associated with sleep stage

    LARYNGOSCOPE, 2013

    Surgical Therapy of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Review

    NEUROTHERAPEUTICS, 2012

    The effect of continuous positive airway pressure on middle ear pressure

    LARYNGOSCOPE, 2012

    Sleep medicine clinical and surgical training during otolaryngology residency

    Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official jourl of American Aca, 2011

    Caregiver Reports of Sleep Problems in Non-Hispanic White, Hispanic

    JOURL OF CLINICAL SLEEP MEDICINE, 2010

    Endoscopic resection of inverted papilloma: University of Miami experience

    AMERICAN JOURL OF RHINOLOGY, 2003

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

    Dr. Capasso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265635452.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Capasso?

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

    What is Dr. Robson Capasso's specialty?

    Dr. Capasso is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist near Redwood City, CA. An otolaryngologist specializing in sleep medicine is board-certified in the subspecialty and focuses on the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, and management of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. They provide care to patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions treated by sleep specialists include sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders, among others. Contact Dr. Capasso to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robson Capasso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Capasso is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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

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    Is Robson Capasso accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Robson Capasso is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robson Capasso offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Capasso's office at (786) 266-1831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robson Capasso?

    Please contact Dr. Capasso's office at (786) 266-1831 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robson Capasso have?

    Dr. Robson Capasso is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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