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Dr. Joseph Berger, MD

Thomasville, GA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Berger, Otolaryngologist in Thomasville, GA?

    Dr. Joseph Berger, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Thomasville, GA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Berger graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Otolaryngology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, General Surgery. Dr. Berger is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berger’s office at (229) 228-6355.

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

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Otolaryngology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, General Surgery | New York Presbyterian Hospital-New York Weill Cornell Center | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Berger board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Berger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Berger speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Berger treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Berger 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. Berger. 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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Combined Hearing Loss
    • Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Type Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H9042: Sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pansinusitis
    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic widespread sinus infection
    • All sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis
    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    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:

    • Outer Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Externa
    • Ear Canal Infection
    • External Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H608X3: Other otitis externa, bilateral
    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, 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:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Polyp
    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nose polyp
    • Nasal growth
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J330: Polyp of nasal cavity
    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Upper airway disease
    • Nose and throat conditions
    • Upper respiratory illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    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:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Does Dr. Berger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 228-6355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berger accept in Thomasville, GA?

    Dr. Berger in Thomasville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Berger's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Berger's Primary Practice

    305 W Hansell St

    Thomasville, GA 31792

    (229) 228-6355

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

    Dr. Berger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437251410.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berger?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Berger's specialty?

    Dr. Berger is a Otolaryngologist near Thomasville, GA. 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. Berger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Berger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Berger is affiliated with Colquitt Regional Medical Center 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 Joseph Berger accepting new patients in Thomasville, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Berger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Berger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berger's office at (229) 228-6355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Berger?

    Please contact Dr. Berger's office at (229) 228-6355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Berger have?

    Dr. Joseph Berger is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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