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Dr. Ericka King, MD

Dr. Ericka King, MD

Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Otolaryngologist

Tacoma, WA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. King, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Ericka King, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. Dr. King completed her residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. King is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. King’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. King’s office at (253) 403-1507.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. King?

    Dr. Ericka King, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. King empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Airway Disorders, Cochlear Implants, Hearing Loss, Voice Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tacoma, WA community, Dr. King is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: fellowship, University of Michigan in Ann Arbor

    • Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals

    What languages does Dr. King speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. King typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. King 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. King. 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:

    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
    • Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
    • Long-term Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Fluid in Middle Ear
    • Ear Infection
    • Recurrent serous otitis media
    • Chronic middle ear fluid
    • Repeated ear effusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6506: Acute serous otitis media, recurrent, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Adenoiditis
    • Adenoids
    • Persistent adenoid infection
    • Long-term adenoid inflammation
    • Recurrent adenoiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3502: Chronic adenoiditis

    What procedures does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. King typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. King 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. King. 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:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Tonsil and adenoid removal
    • T&A surgery
    • Throat surgery for tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

    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:

    • 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:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Does Dr. King accept my insurance?

    Dr. King accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 403-1507 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. King accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. King in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Oscar

    • Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)

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    Where is Dr. King's office located?

    Dr. Ericka King's Primary Practice

    316 Martin L King Jr Way Ste 304

    Tacoma, WA 98405

    (253) 403-1507

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    What hospitals are Dr. King affiliated with?

    Dr. King has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Doernbecher Children's Hospital,Portland, OR

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

    Dr. King's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689769028.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. King?

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

    What is Dr. Ericka King's specialty?

    Dr. King is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Tacoma, WA.

    What does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist do?

    A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing.

    Is Dr. Ericka King affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. King is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Doernbecher Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Otolaryngologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ericka King accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Ericka King is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ericka King offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. King's office at (253) 403-1507 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ericka King?

    Please contact Dr. King's office at (253) 403-1507 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. King's office located?

    Dr. King's office is located in Tacoma, WA.