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Who is Dr. Wibonele, Otolaryngologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Benjamin Wibonele, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wibonele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wibonele’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wibonele’s office at (253) 770-9000.
What languages does Dr. Wibonele speak?
Dr. Wibonele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Wibonele typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Wibonele 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. Wibonele. 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
- 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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Encephalocele
- Neural Tube Defects
- Brain Hernia
- Cranial Meningocele
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q019: Encephalocele, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Missing Organ
- Loss of an organ
- Organ removal
- Absence of an organ
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9089: Acquired absence of other organs
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Wibonele typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Wibonele 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. Wibonele. 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:
- Skull Base Encephalocele Repair
- Craniotomy for encephalocele
- Brain hernia repair (skull base)
- Skull base defect surgery
- Encephalocele surgery
CPT Codes:
- 62121: Craniotomy for repair of encephalocele, skull base
Also known as:
- Skull Bone Repair
- Cranioplasty
- Skull Defect Repair
- Head Bone Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 62140: Cranioplasty for skull defect; up to 5 cm diameter
Does Dr. Wibonele accept my insurance?
Dr. Wibonele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 770-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wibonele accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Wibonele in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
First Administrators
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wibonele's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Wibonele's Primary Practice
805 Madison St Ste 901
Seattle, WA 98104
(253) 770-9000
What is Dr. Wibonele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wibonele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285255448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wibonele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wibonele
What is Dr. Benjamin Wibonele's specialty?
Dr. Wibonele is a Otolaryngologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Benjamin Wibonele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wibonele is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital 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
When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Wibonele accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Wibonele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Wibonele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wibonele's office at (253) 770-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Wibonele?
Please contact Dr. Wibonele's office at (253) 770-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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