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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dakin, Otolaryngologist in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Kim Dakin, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Opelousas, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Dakin graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at University of Mississippi School of Medicine Program. Dr. Dakin is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dakin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dakin’s office at (337) 942-3230.
Where did Dr. Dakin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Mississippi School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Dakin speak?
Dr. Dakin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Dakin treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Dakin 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. Dakin. 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:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6613: Chronic tubotympanic suppurative otitis media, bilateral
- H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
- H6533: Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
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
- Conductive 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
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:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Unusual Ear Sounds
- Distorted Hearing
- Auditory Hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral
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:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up Hearing Exam After Failed Screening
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Hearing re-test after failed screen
- Ear exam after failed hearing test
- Second hearing screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01110: Encounter for hearing examination following failed hearing screening
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Which procedures does Dr. Dakin perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kim Dakin may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dakin's office.
Does Dr. Dakin accept my insurance?
Dr. Dakin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 942-3230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dakin accept in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Dakin in Opelousas, LA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dakin's office located?
Dr. Kim Dakin's Primary Practice
1270 Attakapas Dr Ste 201
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-3230
What is Dr. Dakin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dakin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871553008.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dakin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dakin
What is Dr. Kim Dakin's specialty?
Dr. Dakin is a Otolaryngologist near Opelousas, LA. 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. Dakin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kim Dakin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dakin is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus 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 Kim Dakin accepting new patients in Opelousas, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kim Dakin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kim Dakin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dakin's office at (337) 942-3230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kim Dakin?
Please contact Dr. Dakin's office at (337) 942-3230 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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