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Dr. William Horton, MD

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Horton, Otolaryngologist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. William Horton, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Horton graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Horton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horton’s office at (865) 521-8050.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, General Surgery | Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Horton board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. William Horton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Horton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Horton treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Horton 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. Horton. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis
    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Hearing Loss in Right Ear
    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Right Ear Sensorineural Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss Right Side
    • Nerve Deafness Right Ear
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H90A21: Sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, right ear, with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Pharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Pharynx
    • Throat Swallowing Difficulty
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Problems
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1313: Dysphagia, pharyngeal phase
    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Eustachian Tube Problems
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Disorders
    • Ear Tube Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Does Dr. Horton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Horton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 521-8050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Horton accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Horton in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • AmeriBen

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Horton's office located?

    Dr. William Horton's Primary Practice

    220 Fort Sanders West Blvd Ste 101

    Knoxville, TN 37922

    (865) 521-8050

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    Dr. William Horton's Practice 2

    5779 Creekwood Park Blvd # 215

    Lenoir City, TN 37772

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    Dr. William Horton's Practice 3

    811 Middle Creek Rd

    Sevierville, TN 37862

    (865) 521-8050

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

    Dr. Horton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811071525.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horton?

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

    What is Dr. William Horton's specialty?

    Dr. Horton is a Otolaryngologist near Knoxville, TN. 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. Horton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Horton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Horton is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee 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 William Horton accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. William Horton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Horton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Horton's office at (865) 521-8050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Horton?

    Please contact Dr. Horton's office at (865) 521-8050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Horton have?

    Dr. William Horton is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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