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Dr. Chau Nguyen, MD

Dr. Chau Nguyen, MD

Ventura, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Otolaryngologist in Ventura, CA?

    Dr. Chau Nguyen, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Nguyen graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD NECK SURGERY, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, and AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (805) 641-4431.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nguyen?

    Dr. Chau Nguyen, 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. Nguyen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ear Disorders, Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Head & Neck Cancer, Head & Neck Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pituitary Tumors, Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, Thyroid Cancer & Surgery, Voice Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Ventura/CA community, Dr. Nguyen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Nguyen board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Chau Nguyen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Nguyen treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Conductive Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Sound transmission hearing loss
    • Outer or middle ear hearing loss
    • Temporary hearing loss
    • Hearing Impairment
    • Deafness
    • Poor Hearing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H902: Conductive hearing loss, unspecified
    • H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted Earwax
    • Excessive Earwax
    • Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6120: Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    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:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Ear Tube Issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6990: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Pain
    • Ear Disorder
    • Pain
    • Earache
    • Otalgia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9209: Otalgia, unspecified ear

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 641-4431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Ventura, CA?

    Dr. Nguyen in Ventura, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Clinicas del Camino Real

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • Ventura County Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Chau Nguyen's Primary Practice

    168 N Brent St Ste 302

    Ventura, CA 93003

    (805) 641-4431

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    Dr. Chau Nguyen's Practice 2

    300 Hillmont Ave

    Ventura, CA 93003

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    Dr. Chau Nguyen's Practice 3

    3170 Loma Vista Rd Ste B

    Ventura, CA 93003

    (805) 641-4431

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD NECK SURGERY

    Member

    AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS

    Member

    AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

    Member

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

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720169832.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

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

    What is Dr. Chau Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is a Otolaryngologist near Ventura, 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. Nguyen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chau Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nguyen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ventura County Medical Center, Santa Paula 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 Chau Nguyen accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chau Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chau Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (805) 641-4431 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chau Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (805) 641-4431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chau Nguyen have?

    Dr. Chau Nguyen is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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