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Dr. Chadwick Donaldson, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Donaldson, Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Chadwick Donaldson, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Donaldson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Donaldson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Donaldson’s office at (619) 294-2350.

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

    • Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --

    What languages does Dr. Donaldson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Donaldson 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. Donaldson. 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:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    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:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    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:

    • Acquired Nose Deformity
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nose shape change
    • Deformed nose
    • Nasal deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M950: Acquired deformity of nose

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Donaldson 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. Donaldson. 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:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nose Job with Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Primary Rhinoplasty
    • Septorhinoplasty
    • Nasal Reshaping
    • Cosmetic Nose Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30420: Rhinoplasty, primary; including major septal repair

    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:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus

    Also known as:

    • Facial Bone Removal (Infection)
    • Facial Bone Excision
    • Osteomyelitis Facial Bone Surgery
    • Bone Abscess Removal Face
    • Craniofacial Bone Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 21026: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); facial bone(s)

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
    • DISE Procedure
    • Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
    • Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
    • Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea

    CPT Codes:

    • 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Donaldson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Donaldson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 294-2350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Donaldson accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Donaldson in San Diego, 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

    • Correct Care Integrated Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Donaldson's office located?

    Dr. Chadwick Donaldson's Primary Practice

    4033 3rd Ave Ste 104

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 294-2350

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    Dr. Chadwick Donaldson's Practice 2

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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    Dr. Chadwick Donaldson's Practice 3

    H200 Mercy Lane

    Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

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

    Dr. Donaldson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891743910.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Donaldson?

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

    What is Dr. Chadwick Donaldson's specialty?

    Dr. Donaldson is a Otolaryngologist near San Diego, CA.

    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. Chadwick Donaldson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Donaldson is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Chadwick Donaldson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chadwick Donaldson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chadwick Donaldson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Donaldson's office at (619) 294-2350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chadwick Donaldson?

    Please contact Dr. Donaldson's office at (619) 294-2350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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