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Dr. Esther Vivas, MD

Dr. Esther Vivas, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vivas, Otologist & Neurotologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Esther Vivas, MD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vivas graduated from Albert Einstein, completed her residency at Montefiore Medical Center, and is currently affiliated with Emory University Hospital. She is a member of the Emory Healthcare Network Physician. Dr. Vivas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vivas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vivas’s office at (404) 727-8035.

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

    • Residency: Montefiore Medical Center | Albert Einstein College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein

    Is Dr. Vivas board certified as an Otologist & Neurotologist?

    Yes, Dr. Esther Vivas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology since 2012

    What languages does Dr. Vivas speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Vivas typically treat?

    As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Vivas 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. Vivas. 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:

    • 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
    • H9042: Sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
    • Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral

    What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Vivas typically perform?

    As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Vivas 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. Vivas. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Eardrum Repair Surgery
    • Tympanoplasty
    • Middle Ear Repair
    • Eardrum Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Cochlear Implant Surgery
    • Cochlear Implants
    • Cochlear Device Implantation
    • Hearing Implant Procedure
    • Inner Ear Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy

    Also known as:

    • Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
    • Autogenous ear cartilage graft
    • Nose cartilage reconstruction
    • Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
    • Cartilage transplant for nose/ear

    CPT Codes:

    • 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)

    Does Dr. Vivas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vivas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 727-8035 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vivas accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Vivas in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Vivas' office located?

    Emory University Hospital

    1365 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

    (404) 727-8035

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    Dr. Esther Vivas' Practice 2

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE

    Atlanta, GA 30303

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    Dr. Esther Vivas' Practice 3

    550 Peachtree St NE Fl 9

    Atlanta, GA 30308

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Emory Healthcare Network Physician

    Member

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

    Dr. Vivas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932330495.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vivas?

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

    What is Dr. Esther Vivas's specialty?

    Dr. Vivas is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Atlanta, GA.

    What does an Otologist & Neurotologist do?

    An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions.

    Is this Dr. Esther Vivas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vivas is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory University Hospital 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

    When to see an Otologist & Neurotologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Esther Vivas accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Esther Vivas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Esther Vivas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vivas's office at (404) 727-8035 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Esther Vivas?

    Please contact Dr. Vivas's office at (404) 727-8035 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Esther Vivas have?

    Dr. Esther Vivas is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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