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Dr. Thad Vickery, MD

South San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vickery, Otolaryngologist in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Thad Vickery, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vickery is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vickery’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vickery’s office at (650) 742-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Vickery speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vickery treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Vickery 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. Vickery. 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:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Mouth Sores or Lesions
    • Lip Disorder
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Oral Lesions
    • Mouth Ulcers
    • Oral Mucosa Issues
    • Lip Problems
    • Diseases of the Lips
    • Oral Lip Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa
    • K130: Diseases of lips

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, 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:

    • 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:

    • Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Problem
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Ailment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Laryngitis
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Voice Box Inflammation
    • Loss of Voice
    • Hoarse Voice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J040: Acute laryngitis

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6092: Unspecified otitis externa, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Vickery perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Vickery 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. Vickery. 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:

    • 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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    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

    Does Dr. Vickery accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vickery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 742-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vickery accept in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Vickery in South San Francisco, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Vickery's office located?

    Dr. Thad Vickery's Primary Practice

    1200 El Camino Real

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

    (650) 742-2000

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    Dr. Thad Vickery's Practice 2

    10833 Le Conte Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Thad Vickery's Practice 3

    243 Charles St

    Boston, MA 02114

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

    Dr. Vickery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689106957.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vickery?

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

    What is Dr. Thad Vickery's specialty?

    Dr. Vickery is a Otolaryngologist near South San Francisco, CA. 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. Vickery to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thad Vickery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vickery is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco 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 Thad Vickery accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thad Vickery is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thad Vickery offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vickery's office at (650) 742-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thad Vickery?

    Please contact Dr. Vickery's office at (650) 742-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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