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Dr. John Raster, MD

Juneau, AK

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Raster, Otolaryngologist in Juneau, AK?

    Dr. John Raster, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Juneau, AK. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Raster graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Otolaryngology. Dr. Raster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raster’s office at (907) 790-4047.

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

    • Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Otolaryngology | Loyola University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Raster board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Raster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Raster speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Raster typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Raster 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. Raster. 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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve hearing loss
    • Inner ear hearing loss
    • Permanent hearing loss
    • SNHL

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    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:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Raster typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Raster 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. Raster. 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:

    • 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 (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
    • Endoscopy
    • Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
    • Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
    • Sinus Clearance Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)

    Does Dr. Raster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Raster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 790-4047 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Raster accept in Juneau, AK?

    Dr. Raster in Juneau, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Employee Benefit Management Services Administered Payer

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Alaska

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Raster's office located?

    Dr. John Raster's Primary Practice

    10301 Glacier Hwy Ste 100

    Juneau, AK 99801

    (907) 790-4047

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

    Dr. Raster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811082662.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raster?

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

    What is Dr. John Raster's specialty?

    Dr. Raster is a Otolaryngologist near Juneau, AK.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. John Raster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Raster is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bartlett Regional 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

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    Is John Raster accepting new patients in Juneau, AK?

    Yes, Dr. John Raster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Raster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Raster's office at (907) 790-4047 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Raster?

    Please contact Dr. Raster's office at (907) 790-4047 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Raster have?

    Dr. John Raster is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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