Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brocato, Otolaryngologist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Gerard Brocato, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brocato graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Otolaryngology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, General Surgery. Dr. Brocato is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brocato’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brocato’s office at (256) 536-9300.
Where did Dr. Brocato go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Otolaryngology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, General Surgery | Tulane University Hospital and Clis | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Brocato board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Brocato, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Brocato speak?
Dr. Brocato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Brocato treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Brocato 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. Brocato. 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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Hay Fever
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Non-Allergic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Allergy
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
- Vasomotor rhinitis
- Non-allergic nasal inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
- J300: Vasomotor rhinitis
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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- R040: Epistaxis
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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Unusual Ear Sounds
- Distorted Hearing
- Auditory Hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Chronic Outer Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Chronic External Otitis', 'Long-term Outer Ear Infection', 'Persistent Swimmer's Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6063: Unspecified chronic otitis externa, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
What procedures does Dr. Brocato perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Brocato 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. Brocato. 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:
- Maxillary Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Endoscopy
- Balloon Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Transnasal Sinus Dilation
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary 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
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
Also known as:
- Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
- Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
- Vocal Cord Exam
- Throat Scope with Strobe Light
- Voice Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction (Superficial)
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
- Inferior turbinate ablation
- Nasal passage opening surgery
- Radiofrequency turbinate reduction
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
- 30801: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); superficial
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:
- 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:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Brocato accept my insurance?
Dr. Brocato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 536-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brocato accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Brocato in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Brocato's office located?
Dr. Gerard Brocato's Primary Practice
1963 Memorial Pkwy SW Ste 5
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 536-9300
Dr. Gerard Brocato's Practice 3
8337 Highway 72 W Ste 301
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 772-1884
What is Dr. Brocato's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brocato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649377664.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brocato?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brocato
What is Dr. Gerard Brocato's specialty?
Dr. Brocato is a Otolaryngologist near Huntsville, AL. 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. Brocato to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gerard Brocato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brocato is affiliated with Huntsville 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 Gerard Brocato accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Brocato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Brocato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brocato's office at (256) 536-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Brocato?
Please contact Dr. Brocato's office at (256) 536-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerard Brocato have?
Dr. Gerard Brocato is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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