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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hawkins, Otolaryngologist in Benton, KY?
Dr. James Hawkins, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Benton, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Hawkins completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Otolaryngology; Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, General Surgery; Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hawkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hawkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hawkins’s office at (270) 527-2411.
Where did Dr. Hawkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Otolaryngology; Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, General Surgery; Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Regional Med Center At Memphis
Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar
Is Dr. Hawkins board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. James Hawkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Hawkins speak?
Dr. Hawkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hawkins typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hawkins 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. Hawkins. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve hearing loss
- Inner ear hearing loss
- Permanent hearing loss
- SNHL
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Ear Tube Issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
- H6980: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, unspecified ear
- H6990: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hawkins typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hawkins 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. Hawkins. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Eardrum Repair Surgery
- Tympanoplasty
- Middle Ear Repair
- Eardrum Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction
Also known as:
- Ear Drum Incision with Fluid Drainage or Eustachian Tube Inflation
- Myringotomy
- Ear Drum Puncture
- Eustachian Tube Inflation
- Ear Fluid Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 69420: Myringotomy including aspiration and/or eustachian tube inflation
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)
Does Dr. Hawkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Hawkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 527-2411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hawkins accept in Benton, KY?
Dr. Hawkins in Benton, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hawkins' office located?
What is Dr. Hawkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hawkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346274438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hawkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hawkins
What is Dr. James Hawkins's specialty?
Dr. Hawkins is a Otolaryngologist near Benton, KY.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. James Hawkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hawkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 James Hawkins accepting new patients in Benton, KY?
Yes, Dr. James Hawkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Hawkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hawkins's office at (270) 527-2411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Hawkins?
Please contact Dr. Hawkins's office at (270) 527-2411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Hawkins have?
Dr. James Hawkins is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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