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Dr. David Friedland, MD, PHD

Milwaukee, WI

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friedland, Otologist & Neurotologist in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. David Friedland, MD, PHD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Friedland is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedland’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedland’s office at (414) 805-5580.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Friedland?

    Dr. David Friedland, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otologist & Neurotologist 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. Friedland empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acoustic Neuroma/Schwannoma, Cholesteatoma, Cochlear Implants, Meniere's Disease, Neurotology, Pediatric & Adult Otolaryngology, Skull Base Tumors, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Milwaukee, WI community, Dr. Friedland is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      Is Dr. Friedland board certified as an Otologist & Neurotologist?

      Yes, Dr. David Friedland, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

      What languages does Dr. Friedland speak?

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

      • English

      • Spanish

      What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Friedland typically treat?

      As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Friedland 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. Friedland. 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 here.

      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:

      • Dizziness
      • Dizziness and Vertigo
      • Lightheadedness
      • Giddiness
      • Vertigo

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

      Also known as:

      • Hearing Aid Fitting and Adjustment
      • Hearing Aids
      • Hearing Device Fitting
      • Hearing Aid Programming
      • Audiology Services

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z461: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of hearing aid

      Also known as:

      • Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
      • Benign Tumor
      • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
      • Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
      • Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

      What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Friedland typically perform?

      As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Friedland 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. Friedland. 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 here.

      Also known as:

      • Cochlear Implant Surgery
      • Cochlear Implants
      • Cochlear Device Implantation
      • Hearing Implant Procedure
      • Inner Ear Implant

      CPT Codes:

      • 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy

      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:

      • Inner Ear Balance Test
      • Caloric Vestibular Test
      • Rotational Vestibular Test
      • Sinusoidal Rotational Test
      • Vertigo Balance Test
      • Bithermal Caloric Test
      • Videonystagmography (VNG) Caloric Test

      CPT Codes:

      • 92546: Sinusoidal vertical axis rotational testing
      • 92537: Caloric vestibular test with recording, bilateral; bithermal (ie, one warm and one cool irrigation in each ear for a total of four irrigations)

      Also known as:

      • Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Test
      • Tympanometry
      • Hearing Tests for Adults
      • Hearing Tests for Children
      • Full Audiometry Test
      • Speech Recognition Test
      • Hearing Threshold Evaluation
      • Impedance Audiometry
      • Middle Ear Test
      • Ear Pressure Test

      CPT Codes:

      • 92557: Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition (92553 and 92556 combined)
      • 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)

      Also known as:

      • Basic Balance Test
      • Balance Tests
      • Vestibular Evaluation
      • Inner Ear Balance Test
      • Nystagmus Test

      CPT Codes:

      • 92540: Basic vestibular evaluation, includes spontaneous nystagmus test with eccentric gaze fixation nystagmus, with recording, positional nystagmus test, minimum of 4 positions, with recording, optokinetic nystagmus test, bidirectional foveal and peripheral stimulation, with recording, and oscillating tracking test, with recording

      Does Dr. Friedland accept my insurance?

      Dr. Friedland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 805-5580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Friedland accept in Milwaukee, WI?

      Dr. Friedland in Milwaukee, WI 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

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Medicare

      • Mutual of Omaha

      • OptumRx Administered Payer

      • Other Health Care Provider

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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      Where is Dr. Friedland's office located?

      Department Of Otolaryngology

      9200 W Wisconsin Ave

      Milwaukee, WI 53226

      (414) 805-5580

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      Dr. David Friedland's Practice 2

      8701 Watertown Plank Rd

      Milwaukee, WI 53226

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

      Dr. Friedland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760433148.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedland?

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

      What is Dr. David Friedland's specialty?

      Dr. Friedland is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Milwaukee, WI.

      What does an Otologist & Neurotologist do?

      An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions.

      Is this Dr. David Friedland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Friedland is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital 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 David Friedland accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?

      Yes, Dr. David Friedland is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. David Friedland offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Friedland's office at (414) 805-5580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with David Friedland?

      Please contact Dr. Friedland's office at (414) 805-5580 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. David Friedland have?

      Dr. David Friedland is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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