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Who is Dr. Raol, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Nikhila Raol, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Raol is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raol’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raol’s office.
What languages does Dr. Raol speak?
Dr. Raol and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Raol treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Raol 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. Raol. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
- Long-term Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
- H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
- H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral
- H65196: Other acute nonsuppurative otitis media, recurrent, bilateral
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:
- Laryngomalacia at Birth
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Throat Disorder
- Tongue Disorder
- Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
- Soft Voice Box Cartilage
- Congenital Laryngomalacia
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Raol perform as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nikhila Raol may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Raol's office.
Does Dr. Raol accept my insurance?
Dr. Raol accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Raol accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Raol in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Premier
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Raol's office located?
What is Dr. Raol's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205074010.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raol?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raol
What is Dr. Nikhila Raol's specialty?
Dr. Raol is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Houston, TX. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Raol to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nikhila Raol affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Raol is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Children's 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 Nikhila Raol accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nikhila Raol is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhila Raol offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raol's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhila Raol?
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