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Dr. Larry Shemen, MD

Dr. Larry Shemen, MD

Otolaryngologist

New York, NY

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shemen, Otolaryngologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Larry Shemen, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Shemen graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Shemen is fluent in English, French, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shemen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shemen’s office at (212) 472-8882.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shemen?

    Dr. Larry Shemen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shemen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer, Parathyroid Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Sleep Disorders/Apnea/Snoring, Thyroid Cancer & Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Shemen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shemen board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Larry Shemen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Shemen speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Hebrew

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Shemen typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Shemen 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. Shemen. 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:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Chronic Frontal Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Chronic forehead sinus infection
    • Persistent frontal sinus inflammation
    • Frontal rhinosinusitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J321: Chronic frontal sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve hearing loss
    • Inner ear hearing loss
    • Permanent hearing loss
    • SNHL

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Ringing in Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides
    • Ear Ringing
    • Head Noise

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
    • H9319: Tinnitus, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted Earwax
    • Excessive Earwax
    • Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6120: Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Noise-Induced Inner Ear Damage
    • Ear Disorder
    • Noise
    • Noise trauma to inner ear
    • Acoustic trauma
    • Hearing damage from loud noise

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H833X9: Noise effects on inner ear, unspecified ear

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Shemen typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Shemen 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. Shemen. 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:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Dilation
    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with Ethmoidectomy and Sphenoidotomy
    • Endoscopy
    • Balloon Sinus Dilation
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery
    • Transnasal Sinus Dilation
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
    • Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
    • Sinus Exploration
    • Total Ethmoidectomy
    • Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
    • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31295: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); maxillary sinus ostium, transnasal or via canine fossa
    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
    • 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
    • 31259: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy, with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus

    Also known as:

    • Frontal and Sphenoid Sinus Dilation
    • Endoscopy
    • Balloon Sinus Dilation
    • Sinus Ostia Enlargement
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31298: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); frontal and sphenoid sinus ostia

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Also known as:

    • Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
    • Myocutaneous Flap
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap
    • Head and Neck Reconstruction
    • Vascular Pedicle Flap

    CPT Codes:

    • 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Neck Dissection
    • Cervical Lymph Node Removal
    • Neck Lymphadenectomy
    • Neck Dissection Surgery
    • Lymph Node Biopsy Neck

    CPT Codes:

    • 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)

    Does Dr. Shemen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shemen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 472-8882 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shemen accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Shemen in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shemen's office located?

    Dr. Larry Shemen's Primary Practice

    233 E 69th St Ste 1D

    New York, NY 10021

    (212) 472-8882

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    Dr. Larry Shemen's Practice 2

    10721 Queens Blvd Ste 3

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

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

    Dr. Shemen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699878736.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shemen?

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

    What is Dr. Larry Shemen's specialty?

    Dr. Shemen is an Otolaryngologist near New York, NY.

    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 Dr. Larry Shemen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shemen is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Queens, Lenox Hill Hospital 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 Dr. Larry Shemen accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Larry Shemen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Larry Shemen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shemen's office at (212) 472-8882 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Larry Shemen?

    Please contact Dr. Shemen's office at (212) 472-8882 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shemen's office located?

    Dr. Shemen's offices are located in New York, NY and Forest Hills, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Larry Shemen have?

    Dr. Larry Shemen is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.