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Dr. Charles Hughes, MD

Galveston, TX

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hughes, Otolaryngologist in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. Charles Hughes, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Hughes completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office at (706) 721-6100.

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

    • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital

    Is Dr. Hughes board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Hughes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hughes treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
    • Long-term Ear Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
    • H6593: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Laryngomalacia at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue
    • Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
    • Soft Voice Box Cartilage
    • Congenital Laryngomalacia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia
    • Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia

    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:

    • 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does Dr. Hughes perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:

    • 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
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    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:

    • 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:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Nasal Endoscopy for Nosebleed Control
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Nosebleed Treatment
    • Nasal Hemorrhage Control Endoscopy
    • Surgical Sinus Endoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31238: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with control of nasal hemorrhage

    Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 721-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. Hughes in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • ZF TRW

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    Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?

    Dr. Charles Hughes' Primary Practice

    700 University Blvd

    Galveston, TX 77550

    (706) 721-6100

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    Dr. Charles Hughes' Practice 2

    145 E Peacock St

    Cochran, GA 31014

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    Dr. Charles Hughes' Practice 3

    222 Perry Hwy

    Hawkinsville, GA 31036

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

    Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720053598.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Hughes's specialty?

    Dr. Hughes is a Otolaryngologist near Galveston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Hughes to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Hughes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hughes is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, HCA Florida Capital Hospital, Memorial Satilla Health, HCA Florida Memorial Hospital, AdventHealth Ocala, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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 Charles Hughes accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Hughes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Hughes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hughes's office at (706) 721-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Hughes?

    Please contact Dr. Hughes's office at (706) 721-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Hughes have?

    Dr. Charles Hughes is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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