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Dr. Robert Chase, MD
Placerville, CA
42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chase, Otolaryngologist in Placerville, CA?
Dr. Robert Chase, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Placerville, CA. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Chase completed his residency at Ny Eye Ear Infirmary, Otolaryngology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Chase is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chase’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chase’s office at (530) 344-2000.
Where did Dr. Chase go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Eye Ear Infirmary, Otolaryngology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Chase board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Chase, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Chase speak?
Dr. Chase and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chase typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chase 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. Chase. 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
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Also known as:
- Recurrent Acute Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Repeated tonsil infection
- Recurring tonsillitis
- Chronic tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chase typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chase 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. Chase. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
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)
Also known as:
- Esophageal pH Test
- pH Monitoring Test
- Acid Reflux Test
- 24-Hour pH Study
- Esophageal Acid Test
CPT Codes:
- 91034: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with nasal catheter pH electrode(s) placement, recording, analysis and interpretation
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Does Dr. Chase accept my insurance?
Dr. Chase accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 344-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chase accept in Placerville, CA?
Dr. Chase in Placerville, CA 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 Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chase's office located?
Dr. Robert Chase's Primary Practice
4300 Golden Center Dr Ste D
Placerville, CA 95667
(530) 344-2000
What is Dr. Chase's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chase's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487757779.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chase?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chase
What is Dr. Robert Chase's specialty?
Dr. Chase is a Otolaryngologist near Placerville, CA.
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. Robert Chase affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chase is affiliated with Marshall Hospital, Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Roseville 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 Robert Chase accepting new patients in Placerville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Chase is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Chase offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chase's office at (530) 344-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Chase?
Please contact Dr. Chase's office at (530) 344-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Chase have?
Dr. Robert Chase is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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