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Dr. Floyd Holsinger, MD

Dr. Floyd Holsinger, MD

Stanford, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Holsinger, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Floyd Holsinger, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Holsinger completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Holsinger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Holsinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Holsinger’s office at (650) 498-6000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Holsinger?

    Dr. Floyd Holsinger, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Holsinger empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopic Surgery, Head & Neck Cancer, Laryngeal Disorders, Robotic Surgery, Thyroid Cancer & Surgery, Thyroid Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford/CA community, Dr. Holsinger is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX | MD Anderson Cancer Center TX | Fulbright Scholarship: Universite de Paris V, Rene Descartes Sorbonne Paris Cite, France, Post-doctoral Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgery | Department of Head and Neck Surgery, The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Head and Neck Surgical Oncology

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery | Baylor College Of Med | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Holsinger board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Floyd Holsinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology since 2002

    What languages does Dr. Holsinger speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Holsinger treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Holsinger 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. Holsinger. 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:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Tonsil Cancer
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Tongue Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Tongue Carcinoma
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
    • C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    What procedures does Dr. Holsinger perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Holsinger 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. Holsinger. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Endoscopic Swallowing Evaluation (FEES)
    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Endoscopy
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • FEES Test
    • Swallowing Endoscopy
    • Video Swallowing Study
    • Dysphagia Endoscopy
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)

    CPT Codes:

    • 92612: Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing by cine or video recording;
    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Voice Prosthetic Fitting
    • Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
    • Voice Device Assessment
    • Artificial Voice Fitting

    CPT Codes:

    • 92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech

    Also known as:

    • Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
    • Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
    • Thyroid Lobe Removal
    • Partial Thyroidectomy
    • Isthmusectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Neck Dissection
    • Cervical Lymph Node Removal
    • Neck Lymphadenectomy
    • Neck Dissection Surgery
    • Lymph Node Biopsy Neck

    CPT Codes:

    • 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)

    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:

    • Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
    • Voice box biopsy
    • Throat biopsy with scope
    • Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope

    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:

    • Partial Tongue Removal
    • Partial glossectomy
    • Tongue resection
    • Tongue surgery for cancer
    • Removal of part of tongue

    CPT Codes:

    • 41120: Glossectomy; less than one-half tongue

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Throat Tumor Removal
    • Radical Tonsillectomy
    • Tonsillar Pillar Resection
    • Retromolar Trigone Excision
    • Throat Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42844: Radical resection of tonsil, tonsillar pillars, and/or retromolar trigone; closure with local flap (eg, tongue, buccal)

    Does Dr. Holsinger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Holsinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Holsinger accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Holsinger in Stanford, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Holsinger's office located?

    Dr. Floyd Holsinger's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 498-6000

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    Dr. Floyd Holsinger's Practice 2

    900 Blake Wilbur Dr

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    Dr. Floyd Holsinger's Practice 3

    1515 Holcombe Blvd

    Houston, TX 77030

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    Awards

    Texas Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Holsinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922192657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Holsinger?

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

    What is Dr. Floyd Holsinger's specialty?

    Dr. Holsinger is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Stanford, CA. A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Holsinger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Floyd Holsinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Holsinger is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

    Where can I learn more about Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Explore Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with 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 Floyd Holsinger accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Floyd Holsinger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Floyd Holsinger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Holsinger's office at (650) 498-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Floyd Holsinger?

    Please contact Dr. Holsinger's office at (650) 498-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Floyd Holsinger have?

    Dr. Floyd Holsinger is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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