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Dr. Randy Folker, MD

Elkhorn, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Folker, Otolaryngologist in Elkhorn, WI?

    Dr. Randy Folker, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Elkhorn, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Folker graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Otolaryngology. Dr. Folker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folker’s office at (608) 756-6868.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Otolaryngology | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Folker board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Randy Folker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Folker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Folker treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Folker 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. Folker. 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:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis and Adenoiditis
    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil and adenoid infection
    • Long-term tonsil and adenoid inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsil and adenoid issues
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3503: Chronic tonsillitis and adenoiditis
    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Chronic Pansinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Chronic widespread sinus infection
    • All sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
    • H663X3: Other chronic suppurative otitis media, bilateral

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    What procedures does Dr. Folker perform?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Folker 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. Folker. 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:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Tonsil and adenoid removal
    • T&A surgery
    • Throat surgery for tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Does Dr. Folker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Folker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 756-6868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Folker accept in Elkhorn, WI?

    Dr. Folker in Elkhorn, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Grant Industries Inc

    • Health Payment System (HPS)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Wyoming

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Folker's office located?

    Dr. Randy Folker's Primary Practice

    W3985 County Road NN

    Elkhorn, WI 53121

    (608) 756-6868

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    Dr. Randy Folker's Practice 2

    1910 South Ave

    La Crosse, WI 54601

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    Dr. Randy Folker's Practice 3

    1000 Mineral Point Ave

    Janesville, WI 53548

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

    Dr. Folker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649296914.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folker?

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

    What is Dr. Randy Folker's specialty?

    Dr. Folker is a Otolaryngologist near Elkhorn, WI. 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. Folker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Randy Folker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Folker is affiliated with West Park Hospital, Aurora Lakeland Medical Center 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 Randy Folker accepting new patients in Elkhorn, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Randy Folker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Randy Folker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Folker's office at (608) 756-6868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Randy Folker?

    Please contact Dr. Folker's office at (608) 756-6868 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Randy Folker have?

    Dr. Randy Folker is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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