Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackwell, Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Blackwell?
Dr. Keith Blackwell, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Blackwell empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer & Surgery, Head & Neck Reconstruction, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Blackwell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Blackwell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blackwell speak?
Dr. Blackwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Blackwell typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Blackwell 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. Blackwell. 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:
- Oral Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
- Gum Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Gum
- Floor of Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Floor of Mouth
- Cheek Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Cheek
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Gum Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
- C031: Malignant neoplasm of lower gum
- C049: Malignant neoplasm of floor of mouth, unspecified
- C060: Malignant neoplasm of cheek mucosa
- C030: Malignant neoplasm of upper gum
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Cancer
- Parotid Gland Cancer
- Salivary Gland Tumor
- Salivary Gland Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C07: Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland
Also known as:
- Chronic Laryngitis
- Throat Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Persistent laryngitis
- Long-term voice box inflammation
- Chronic hoarseness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J370: Chronic laryngitis
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Blackwell typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Blackwell 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. Blackwell. 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:
- 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:
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
- Facial Skin Graft
CPT Codes:
- 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
- 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
Also known as:
- Cranial Nerve Repair
- Cranial Nerve Neuroplasty
- Cranial Nerve Transposition
- Nerve Surgery in Head
CPT Codes:
- 64716: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; cranial nerve (specify)
Also known as:
- Direct Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Throat Scope
- Larynx Examination
CPT Codes:
- 31525: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, except newborn
Also known as:
- Upper Jaw Bone Removal (Maxillectomy)
- Maxillary Bone Resection
- Partial Maxillectomy
- Upper Jaw Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31225: Maxillectomy; without orbital exenteration
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Complex Mouth Vestibuloplasty
- Complex Oral Vestibuloplasty
- Ridge Extension Surgery (Mouth)
- Muscle Repositioning Mouth Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 40845: Vestibuloplasty; complex (including ridge extension, muscle repositioning)
Does Dr. Blackwell accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-6688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackwell accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Blackwell in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Blackwell's office located?
Dr. Keith Blackwell's Primary Practice
10833 Le Conte Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 206-6688
What hospitals are Dr. Blackwell affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Blackwell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Blackwell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669496964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackwell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackwell