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Dr. Douglas Hoffman, MD

Bakersfield, CA

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    Who is Dr. Hoffman, Otolaryngologist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Douglas Hoffman, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Hoffman completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Otolaryngology. Dr. Hoffman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hoffman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hoffman’s office at (661) 337-7000.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Otolaryngology

    • Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca

    Is Dr. Hoffman board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Hoffman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Hoffman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hoffman treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hoffman 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. Hoffman. 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:

    • Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
    • Caregiver Refused Vaccination for Patient
    • Vaccine Refusal
    • Patient Declined Vaccination
    • Unvaccinated by Choice
    • Caregiver vaccine refusal
    • Parental vaccine refusal
    • Guardian refused immunization

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
    • Z2882: Immunization not carried out because of caregiver refusal

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis
    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    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:

    • 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:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    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:

    • 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:

    • Tobacco Cessation Counseling
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
    • Smoking cessation counseling
    • Quitting tobacco support
    • Nicotine addiction counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Acute Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Repeated tonsil infection
    • Recurring tonsillitis
    • Chronic tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Hoffman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hoffman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 337-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hoffman accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Hoffman in Bakersfield, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Family Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hoffman's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Hoffman's Primary Practice

    3733 San Dimas St Ste 101

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 337-7000

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    Dr. Douglas Hoffman's Practice 2

    3501 Stockdale Hwy

    Bakersfield, CA 93309

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    Dr. Douglas Hoffman's Practice 3

    2531 Chester Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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

    Dr. Hoffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932287927.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hoffman?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Hoffman's specialty?

    Dr. Hoffman is a Otolaryngologist near Bakersfield, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Hoffman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Hoffman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hoffman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Douglas Hoffman accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Hoffman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Hoffman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hoffman's office at (661) 337-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Hoffman?

    Please contact Dr. Hoffman's office at (661) 337-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Hoffman have?

    Dr. Douglas Hoffman is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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