Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sinha, Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Uttam Sinha, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sinha graduated from Medical College and Hospital Kolkata and completed his residency at IPGMER and SSKM Hospital: India. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, American Medical Association, Society of University Otolaryngologists - Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The American Thyroid Association, Los Angeles Research Study Club, and Association of Microvascular Surgery. Dr. Sinha is fluent in English, Bengali, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sinha’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sinha’s office at (323) 442-5790.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sinha?
Dr. Uttam Sinha, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist 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. Sinha empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer, Swallowing Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, Voice Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Sinha is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sinha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Research Fellowship in Neuroscience. House Ear Institute, USC School of Medicine, LA | Research Fellowship, Department of Pathology, USC School of Medicine, LA | Clinical Fellowship, Microvascular Surgery, The Mount Sinai Medical Center, NY | Clinical Fellowship, Laryngology, Leon, France
Residency: IPGMER and SSKM Hospital: India | University of Southern Callifornia: Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Medical College and Hospital Kolkata | University of Calcutta / Medical College
Is Dr. Sinha board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Uttam Sinha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Sinha speak?
Dr. Sinha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Sinha treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Sinha 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. Sinha. 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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Loss of Voice
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Aphonia
- Inability to speak
- Vocal loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- R491: Aphonia
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
- Tonsil Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
ICD-10 Codes:
- C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
- C108: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of oropharynx
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
- C328: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of larynx
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
- C028: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of tongue
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
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:
- Jaw Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Mandibular Cancer
- Lower Jaw Cancer
- Malignant Mandible Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C411: Malignant neoplasm of mandible
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
What procedures does Dr. Sinha perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Sinha 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. Sinha. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
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:
- Voice and Resonance Analysis
- Voice Disorder Evaluation
- Speech Resonance Assessment
- Vocal Quality Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
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:
- 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:
- Lung Airway Exam Through Tracheostomy
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Dilation or Fracture Repair
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Tracheostomy Bronchoscopy
- Airway Scope Through Trachea
- Bronchoscopy via Tracheostomy
- Lung Airway Inspection
- Tracheal Dilation Bronchoscopy
- Bronchial Fracture Reduction
- Airway Widening Bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31615: Tracheobronchoscopy Through Established Tracheostomy Incision
- 31630: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with tracheal/bronchial dilation or closed reduction of fracture
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:
- Voice Box Prosthesis Insertion
- Tracheoesophageal Puncture Surgery
- Voice Button Insertion
- Alaryngeal Speech Prosthesis Placement
CPT Codes:
- 31611: Construction Of Tracheoesophageal Fistula And Subsequent Insertion Of An Alaryngeal Speech Prosthesis (Eg, Voice Button, Blom-Singer Prosthesis)
Also known as:
- Permanent Tracheostomy Creation
- Fenestration Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Opening with Skin Flaps
- Long-term Tracheostomy
CPT Codes:
- 31610: Tracheostomy, fenestration procedure with skin flaps
Also known as:
- Voice Box Examination and Widening
- Direct laryngoscopy with dilation
- Larynx scope with widening
- Tracheoscopy with dilation
CPT Codes:
- 31528: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; with dilation, initial
Also known as:
- Complex Tracheostomy Opening Revision
- Tracheostoma Repair
- Tracheostomy Flap Revision
- Stoma Revision Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31614: Tracheostoma revision; complex, with flap rotation
Also known as:
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Microscope
- Voice Box Exam
- Larynx Scope
- Tracheoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31526: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
- Esophageal Widening
- Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
- Swallowing Tube Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes
Also known as:
- Esophagus Dilation with Scope
- Esophageal Dilation
- Esophagoscopy with Dilation
- Swallowing Tube Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43226: Esophagoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) over guide wire
Also known as:
- Removal of Mouth Lesion
- Complex Mouth Lesion Removal
- Oral Lesion Excision
- Floor of Mouth Lesion Removal
- Mouth Growth Surgery
- Mouth Tumor Removal
- Complex Oral Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 41116: Excision, lesion of floor of mouth
- 40816: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; complex, with excision of underlying muscle
Also known as:
- Throat Wall Removal and Reconstruction
- Pharyngeal Wall Resection
- Throat Flap Surgery
- Microvascular Throat Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 42894: Resection of pharyngeal wall requiring closure with myocutaneous or fasciocutaneous flap or free muscle, skin, or fascial flap with microvascular anastomosis
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:
- Salivary Gland Removal
- Submandibular Gland Excision
- Submaxillary Gland Surgery
- Salivary Gland Resection
CPT Codes:
- 42440: Excision of submandibular (submaxillary) gland
Also known as:
- Removal of Parotid Gland Tumor (Partial)
- Partial Parotidectomy
- Lateral Lobe Parotidectomy
- Salivary Gland Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 42410: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; lateral lobe, without nerve dissection
Also known as:
- Oral Lesion or Tumor Removal with Complex Repair
- Gum Tumor Excision
- Jaw Bone Lesion Removal
- Dentoalveolar Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 41827: Excision of lesion or tumor (except listed above), dentoalveolar structures; with complex repair
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Esophagus Scope with Biopsy
- Flexible Esophagoscopy
- Esophagus Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy
- Transoral Esophagoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43200: Esophagoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Palate Resection
- Palate Removal Surgery
- Hard Palate Resection
- Soft Palate Resection
CPT Codes:
- 42120: Resection of palate or extensive resection of lesion
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
- Myocutaneous Flap
- Fasciocutaneous Flap
- Head and Neck Reconstruction
- Vascular Pedicle Flap
CPT Codes:
- 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Skull Base Lesion Removal
- Infratemporal Fossa Lesion Excision
- Parapharyngeal Space Tumor Removal
- Petrous Apex Lesion Resection
CPT Codes:
- 61605: Resection or excision of neoplastic, vascular or infectious lesion of infratemporal fossa, parapharyngeal space, petrous apex; extradural
Also known as:
- Lingual Nerve Transection
- Tongue Nerve Cutting
- Lingual Nerve Avulsion
- Oral Nerve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 64740: Transection or avulsion of; lingual nerve
Also known as:
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
- Neck tumor resection
- Chest wall tumor removal
- Sarcoma surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21558: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax; 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Neck Artery Ligation (Tying Off Artery)
- Neck Artery Tie-Off
- Major Neck Artery Ligation
- Neck Blood Vessel Closure
CPT Codes:
- 37615: Ligation, major artery (eg, post-traumatic, rupture); neck
Does Dr. Sinha accept my insurance?
Dr. Sinha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sinha accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sinha in Los Angeles, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Family Health Network
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sinha's office located?
Dr. Uttam Sinha's Primary Practice
1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-5790
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
Member
American Medical Association
Member
Society of University Otolaryngologists - Head and Neck Surgery
Member
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Member
The American Thyroid Association
Member
Los Angeles Research Study Club
Member
Association of Microvascular Surgery
Member
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
Southern California Super Doctors 2008
Los Angeles Super Doctors
Alpha Omega Alpha (Gamma Chapter) as an Outstanding Resident
House Ear Institute
Rupley Fellowship
Calcutta University
Gold Medal for highest marks in General Surgery
Calcutta University
Annual Scholarship for Academic Merit
National Scholarship for Academic Merit, Government of India
What is Dr. Sinha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sinha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518976901.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sinha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sinha
What is Dr. Uttam Sinha's specialty?
Dr. Sinha is a Otolaryngologist near Los Angeles, 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. Sinha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Uttam Sinha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sinha is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center 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
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Is Uttam Sinha accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Uttam Sinha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uttam Sinha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sinha's office at (323) 442-5790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uttam Sinha?
Please contact Dr. Sinha's office at (323) 442-5790 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uttam Sinha have?
Dr. Uttam Sinha is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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