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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zim, Otolaryngologist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Shane Zim, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Zim completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Otolaryngology. Dr. Zim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zim’s office at (509) 624-2326.
Where did Dr. Zim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Zim speak?
Dr. Zim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zim treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Zim 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. Zim. 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:
- Cleft Palate
- Cleft Hard and Soft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip and Palate
- Cleft Lip & Palate
- Split Palate
- Palatoschisis
- Roof of Mouth Cleft
- Unilateral Cleft Lip with Complete Palate Cleft
- One-sided Cleft Lip with Hard and Soft Palate
- Complete Palate Cleft with Single Lip Cleft
- One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
- Single Cleft Lip and Palate
- Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified
- Q375: Cleft hard and soft palate with unilateral cleft lip
- Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip
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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6593: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Having Ear Tubes
- Tympanostomy tubes
- Grommets
- Ventilation tubes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
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
What procedures does Dr. Zim perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Zim 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. Zim. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
Does Dr. Zim accept my insurance?
Dr. Zim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 624-2326 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zim accept in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Zim in Spokane, WA 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
First Medical Health Plan
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zim's office located?
What is Dr. Zim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003928896.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zim
What is Dr. Shane Zim's specialty?
Dr. Zim is a Otolaryngologist near Spokane, WA. 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. Zim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shane Zim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center 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 Shane Zim accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Shane Zim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shane Zim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zim's office at (509) 624-2326 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shane Zim?
Please contact Dr. Zim's office at (509) 624-2326 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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