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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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 and is board certified. 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 Kaiser Permanente, 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 a 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:
- 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:
- Cleft Palate
- Cleft Hard and Soft 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified
- Q375: Cleft hard and soft palate with unilateral cleft lip
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:
- 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:
- Having Ear Tubes
- Tympanostomy tubes
- Grommets
- Ventilation tubes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Zim perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shane Zim 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. Zim's office.
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
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Partnership Health Plan
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?
No, Zim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Oakland Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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