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Dr. Richard Liu, MD

Oceanside, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Liu, Otolaryngologist in Oceanside, CA?

    Dr. Richard Liu, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Liu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liu’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (619) 464-3353.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Liu?

    Dr. Richard Liu, 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. Liu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty, Rhinoplasty, Rhinosinusitis, Sinus Disorders/Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Oceanside, CA community, Dr. Liu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Liu board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Liu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Liu speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Liu typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Liu 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. Liu. 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 here.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Sinus Polyp
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal polyp
    • Sinus growth
    • Polyp in nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J338: Other polyp of sinus

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Ethmoid sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
    • J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis

    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:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Liu typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Liu 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. Liu. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
    • Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Nasal Polyp Removal
    • Sinus Biopsy
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Facial Bone Removal (Infection)
    • Facial Bone Excision
    • Osteomyelitis Facial Bone Surgery
    • Bone Abscess Removal Face
    • Craniofacial Bone Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 21026: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); facial bone(s)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Septum Cartilage Graft
    • Nose Cartilage Graft
    • Septal Cartilage Repair
    • Nasal Reconstruction with Cartilage

    CPT Codes:

    • 20912: Cartilage graft; nasal septum

    Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 464-3353 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in Oceanside, CA?

    Dr. Liu in Oceanside, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Physicians Data Trust

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Liu's office located?

    Dr. Richard Liu's Primary Practice

    3907 Waring Rd Ste 1

    Oceanside, CA 92056

    (619) 464-3353

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    Dr. Richard Liu's Practice 2

    5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 101 Bldg 3

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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

    Dr. Liu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548286453.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liu?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Liu's specialty?

    Dr. Liu is a Otolaryngologist near Oceanside, CA.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Richard Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Liu is affiliated with Tri-City 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

    When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Otolaryngologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Richard Liu accepting new patients in Oceanside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Liu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Liu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (619) 464-3353 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Liu?

    Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (619) 464-3353 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Liu have?

    Dr. Richard Liu is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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