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Dr. Nam Cho, MD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Glendale, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cho, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Nam Cho, MD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA. Dr. Cho is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (818) 241-4217.

    What languages does Dr. Cho speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Cho typically treat?

    As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:

    • 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:

    • Mouth Infection
    • Other Mouth Lesions
    • Mouth Sores or Lesions
    • Abscess
    • Cellulitis
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Oral Abscess
    • Mouth Cellulitis
    • Dental Abscess
    • Oral Sores
    • Mouth Ulcers
    • Abnormalities in Mouth
    • Oral Lesions
    • Oral Mucosa Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K122: Cellulitis and abscess of mouth
    • K1379: Other lesions of oral mucosa
    • K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified TMJ Disorder
    • Temporomandibular Disorder
    • TMD (Temporomandibular Disorder)
    • TMD
    • Jaw joint pain (unspecified)
    • Temporomandibular dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M26609: Unspecified temporomandibular joint disorder, unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Gum Disease
    • Dental abscess
    • Tooth infection
    • Periapical infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K047: Periapical abscess without sinus

    Also known as:

    • Jaw Pain
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Temporomandibular Joint Pain
    • TMJ Pain
    • Jaw Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6884: Jaw pain

    What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Cho typically perform?

    As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:

    • Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Oral Vestibule Biopsy
    • Inner Lip Biopsy
    • Mouth Lining Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Cho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 241-4217 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cho accept in Glendale, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cho's office located?

    Dr. Nam Cho's Primary Practice

    221 E Glenoaks Blvd Ste 140

    Glendale, CA 91207

    (818) 241-4217

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cho affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cho has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Keck Hospital Of Usc,Los Angeles, CA
    Prime Healthcare - St. Francis Medical Center,Lynwood, CA

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

    Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871810846.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?

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

    What is Dr. Nam Cho's specialty?

    Dr. Cho is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Glendale, CA.

    What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?

    Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.

    Is Dr. Nam Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cho is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center 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 Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Nam Cho accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nam Cho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nam Cho offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (818) 241-4217 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nam Cho?

    Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (818) 241-4217 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cho's office located?

    Dr. Cho's office is located in Glendale, CA.