Dr. Bernard Durante, MD
Plymouth, MA
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Durante, Otolaryngic Allergist in Plymouth, MA?
Dr. Bernard Durante, MD is an Otolaryngic Allergist, who primarily practices in Plymouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Durante graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, General Surgery. Dr. Durante is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Durante’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Durante’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Durante?
Dr. Bernard Durante, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngic Allergist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Durante empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sleep Disorders/Apnea/Snoring, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Plymouth/MA community, Dr. Durante is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Durante go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, General Surgery | Med College Of Georgia | Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Durante board certified as an Otolaryngic Allergist?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Durante, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Durante speak?
Dr. Durante and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Durante treat?
As an Otolaryngic Allergist, Dr. Durante 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. Durante. 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:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Mixed Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Sound transmission hearing loss
- Outer or middle ear hearing loss
- Temporary hearing loss
- Combined Hearing Loss
- Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
- Mixed Type Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral
- H906: Mixed conductive and 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
Also known as:
- Larynx Swelling
- Throat Disorder
- Swollen voice box
- Laryngeal edema
- Throat swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- J384: Edema of larynx
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Food Allergy Rhinitis
- Food Allergy
- Nasal food allergy
- Food-induced rhinitis
- Allergic reaction to food
ICD-10 Codes:
- J305: Allergic rhinitis due to food
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:
- Labyrinth Dysfunction
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Ear Disorder
- Inner Ear Dysfunction
- Vestibular Dysfunction
- Ear Balance Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H832X3: Labyrinthine dysfunction, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Durante perform?
As an Otolaryngic Allergist, Dr. Durante 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. Durante. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Nasal Turbinate Ablation
- Inferior Turbinate Reduction
- Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
Also known as:
- Surgical Nasal Endoscopy for Nosebleed Control
- Diagnostic Nasal and Maxillary Sinus Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Nosebleed Treatment
- Nasal Hemorrhage Control Endoscopy
- Surgical Sinus Endoscopy
- Nose and Sinus Scope
- Maxillary Sinus Examination
- Diagnostic Sinus Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31238: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with control of nasal hemorrhage
- 31233: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, diagnostic; with maxillary sinusoscopy (via inferior meatus or canine fossa puncture)
Also known as:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Maxillary Sinus Dilation
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with Ethmoidectomy and Sphenoidotomy
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Sinus Clearance Surgery
- Balloon Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Transnasal Sinus Dilation
- Total Ethmoidectomy
- Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
- Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)
- 31295: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); maxillary sinus ostium, transnasal or via canine fossa
- 31259: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy, with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Removal of Growth Inside the Nose
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
- Intranasal lesion excision
- Nasal growth removal
- Laser treatment for nasal lesion
- Nose polyp removal
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
- 30117: Excision or destruction (eg, laser), intranasal lesion; internal approach
Also known as:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
- Voice box biopsy
- Throat biopsy with scope
- Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Salivary Gland
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Tongue Biopsy
- Nose Biopsy
- Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Fine needle aspiration salivary gland
- Parotid gland biopsy
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Oral Biopsy
- Tongue Tissue Sample
- Anterior Tongue Biopsy
- Intranasal biopsy
- Nasal tissue sample
- Nose lining biopsy
- Biopsy inside nose
- Oral Vestibule Biopsy
- Inner Lip Biopsy
- Mouth Lining Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 42400: Biopsy of salivary gland; needle
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 41100: Biopsy of tongue; anterior two-thirds
- 30100: Biopsy, intranasal
- 40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Adenoid Removal for Children
- Adenoid Removal (Age 12 or Older)
- Pediatric Adenoidectomy
- Adenoid Surgery for Kids
- Removal of Adenoids
- Adult Adenoidectomy
- Removal of Adenoids (Older Child/Adult)
- Adenoid Gland Excision
CPT Codes:
- 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12
- 42831: Adenoidectomy, primary; age 12 or over
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:
- Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
- Lingual Frenectomy
- Frenotomy
- Tongue-Tie Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Removal of Parotid Gland Tumor (Partial)
- Partial Parotidectomy
- Lateral Lobe Parotidectomy
- Salivary Gland Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 42410: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; lateral lobe, without nerve dissection
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:
- Ear Tube Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Myringotomy with Tubes
- Tympanostomy with Ventilating Tube
- Ear Drum Incision with Tube Placement
- Grommet Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia
Also known as:
- Foreign Body Removal from Ear Canal (Without General Anesthesia)
- Ear Canal Foreign Object Removal
- Remove Object from Ear
- Earwax Removal
CPT Codes:
- 69200: Removal foreign body from external auditory canal; without general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Eardrum Repair Surgery
- Eardrum Repair with Mastoidectomy and Bone Reconstruction
- Eardrum Repair
- Tympanoplasty
- Middle Ear Repair
- Eardrum Reconstruction
- Tympanoplasty with Mastoidectomy
- Ossicular Chain Reconstruction
- Middle Ear Surgery
- Perforated Eardrum Repair
- Myringoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction
- 69642: Tympanoplasty with mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, middle ear surgery, tympanic membrane repair); with ossicular chain reconstruction
- 69610: Tympanic membrane repair, with or without site preparation of perforation for closure, with or without patch
Also known as:
- Inner Ear Drug Infusion
- Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion', 'Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment', 'Meniere's Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Dilation
- Nasal Endoscopy with Eustachian Dilation
- Ear Tube Widening
CPT Codes:
- 69706: Nasopharyngoscopy, surgical, with dilation of eustachian tube (ie, balloon dilation); bilateral
Also known as:
- Mastoid Cavity Cleaning
- Mastoidectomy Debridement
- Ear Canal Cleaning (Post-Surgery)
- Mastoid Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69220: Debridement, mastoidectomy cavity, simple (eg, routine cleaning)
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation
- Nasopharyngoscopy with Eustachian Dilation
- Balloon Eustachian Tuboplasty
- Ear Tube Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 69705: Nasopharyngoscopy, surgical, with dilation of eustachian tube (ie, balloon dilation); unilateral
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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
Also known as:
- Voice Prosthetic Fitting
- Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
- Voice Device Assessment
- Artificial Voice Fitting
CPT Codes:
- 92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Durante accept my insurance?
Dr. Durante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Durante accept in Plymouth, MA?
Dr. Durante in Plymouth, MA 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 Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Durante's office located?
What is Dr. Durante's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Durante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164400040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Durante?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Durante
What is Dr. Bernard Durante's specialty?
Dr. Durante is a Otolaryngic Allergist near Plymouth, MA. An otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of otolaryngic allergies focuses on managing allergic conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and related respiratory structures. This specialist provides medical therapy and preventive care for allergic diseases such as hay fever, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis. Contact Dr. Durante to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bernard Durante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Durante is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth 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 Bernard Durante accepting new patients in Plymouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Durante is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernard Durante offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Durante's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernard Durante?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Bernard Durante have?
Dr. Bernard Durante is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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