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Dr. Y. Weinstock, MD

Otolaryngologist

Houston, TX

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Weinstock, Otolaryngologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Y. Weinstock, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Weinstock graduated from Albert Einstein and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Weinstock is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weinstock’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weinstock’s office at (713) 442-0000.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Weinstock?

    Dr. Y. Weinstock, 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. Weinstock empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer & Surgery, Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston, TX community, Dr. Weinstock is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein

    Is Dr. Weinstock board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Y. Weinstock, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Weinstock speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Weinstock 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. Weinstock. 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:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Phonological Disorder
    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment
    • Speech Sound Disorder
    • Articulation Disorder
    • Sound Production Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
    • F800: Phonological disorder
    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Parathyroid Gland Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Non-cancerous parathyroid growth
    • Benign parathyroid neoplasm
    • Parathyroid adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D351: Benign neoplasm of parathyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Weinstock 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. Weinstock. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Also known as:

    • Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
    • Parathyroidectomy
    • Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Hyperparathyroidism Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Gland Removal for Cancer with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Total Thyroidectomy for Cancer
    • Subtotal Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
    • Thyroid Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60252: Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection

    Does Dr. Weinstock accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weinstock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 442-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weinstock accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Weinstock in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • US Health Group

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    Where is Dr. Weinstock's office located?

    Dr. Y. Weinstock's Primary Practice

    2727 W Holcombe Blvd

    Houston, TX 77025

    (713) 442-0000

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    Dr. Y. Weinstock's Practice 2

    1010 S Ponds Dr

    Webster, TX 77598

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    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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

    Dr. Weinstock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568698017.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weinstock?

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

    What is Dr. Y. Weinstock's specialty?

    Dr. Weinstock is an Otolaryngologist near Houston, TX.

    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 Dr. Y. Weinstock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Weinstock is affiliated with Commonspirit - Baylor St. Luke’s 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 Dr. Y. Weinstock accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Y. Weinstock is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Y. Weinstock offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Weinstock's office at (713) 442-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Y. Weinstock?

    Please contact Dr. Weinstock's office at (713) 442-0000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Weinstock's office located?

    Dr. Weinstock's offices are located in Houston, TX and Webster, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Y. Weinstock have?

    Dr. Y. Weinstock is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.