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Dr. Gerald Kangelaris, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kangelaris, Otolaryngologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Gerald Kangelaris, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kangelaris is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kangelaris’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kangelaris’s office at (415) 362-5443.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kangelaris?

    Dr. Gerald Kangelaris, 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. Kangelaris empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ear Disorders, Head & Neck Cancer, Parathyroid Disorders, Sinus Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Kangelaris is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch

    What languages does Dr. Kangelaris speak?

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

    • English

    • German

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kangelaris 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. Kangelaris. 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.

    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:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kangelaris 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. Kangelaris. 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.

    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:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Also known as:

    • Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
    • Maxillary sinus surgery
    • Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus

    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:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
    • DISE Procedure
    • Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
    • Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
    • Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea

    CPT Codes:

    • 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Kangelaris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kangelaris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 362-5443 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kangelaris accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kangelaris' office located?

    Dr. Gerald Kangelaris' Primary Practice

    450 Sutter St Rm 933

    San Francisco, CA 94108

    (415) 362-5443

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    Dr. Gerald Kangelaris' Practice 2

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Kangelaris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922234285.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kangelaris?

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

    What is Dr. Gerald Kangelaris's specialty?

    Dr. Kangelaris is a Otolaryngologist near San Francisco, 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. Gerald Kangelaris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kangelaris is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Gerald Kangelaris accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Kangelaris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Kangelaris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kangelaris's office at (415) 362-5443 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerald Kangelaris?

    Please contact Dr. Kangelaris's office at (415) 362-5443 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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