26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Head, Otolaryngologist in Oroville, CA?
Dr. Christian Head, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Oroville, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Head is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Head’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Head’s office at (530) 538-5634.
Is Dr. Head board certified in Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Christian Head, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Head speak?
Dr. Head and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Head treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Head 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. Head. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Enlarged Thyroid Gland
- Simple Goiter
- Thyroid Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Nasal Bone Fracture
- Fractures
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Nose
- Nose Bone Break
- Fractured Nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Head perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christian Head may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Head's office.
Does Dr. Head accept my insurance?
Dr. Head accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 538-5634 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Head accept in Oroville, CA?
Dr. Head in Oroville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AFLAC
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Head's office located?
Dr. Christian Head's Primary Practice
2780 Oro Dam Blvd E Ste 2
Oroville, CA 95966
(530) 538-5634
What is Dr. Head's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Head's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790700094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Head?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Head
What is Dr. Christian Head's specialty?
Dr. Head is a Otolaryngologist near Oroville, CA. 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. Head to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christian Head affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Head is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Oroville 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 Christian Head accepting new patients in Oroville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christian Head is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Head offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Head's office at (530) 538-5634 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Head?
Please contact Dr. Head's office at (530) 538-5634 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christian Head have?
Dr. Christian Head is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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