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14 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Starkweather, Otolaryngologist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Ashley Starkweather, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Starkweather completed her residency at UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Starkweather is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Starkweather’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Starkweather’s office.
Where did Dr. Starkweather go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: California Ear Institute
Residency: UCLA Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Starkweather speak?
Dr. Starkweather and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Starkweather treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Starkweather 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. Starkweather. 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:
- 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
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
Also known as:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Unusual Ear Sounds
- Distorted Hearing
- Auditory Hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral
Also known as:
- Outer Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Mastoid Infection
- Otitis Externa
- Ear Canal Infection
- External Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Long-term Mastoid Infection
- Chronic Mastoiditis
- Right Ear Chronic Mastoid Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H608X3: Other otitis externa, bilateral
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
- H7011: Chronic mastoiditis, right ear
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Perforated Eardrum
- Ear Disorder
- Ruptured eardrum
- Hole in eardrum
- Tympanic membrane tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7291: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, right ear
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
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:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Starkweather perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ashley Starkweather 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. Starkweather's office.
Does Dr. Starkweather accept my insurance?
Dr. Starkweather 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. Starkweather accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Starkweather in Irvine, 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
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Starkweather's office located?
Dr. Ashley Starkweather's Practice 3
26726 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 200
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
What is Dr. Starkweather's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Starkweather's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427387547.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Starkweather?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Starkweather
What is Dr. Ashley Starkweather's specialty?
Dr. Starkweather is a Otolaryngologist near Irvine, 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. Starkweather to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashley Starkweather affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Starkweather is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Ashley Starkweather accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Starkweather is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Starkweather offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Starkweather's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Starkweather?
Please contact Dr. Starkweather's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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