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Dr. Gale Tuper, MD

Fort Walton Beach, FL

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    Who is Dr. Tuper, Otolaryngologist in Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    Dr. Gale Tuper, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Fort Walton Beach, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Tuper graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Tuper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tuper’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuper’s office.

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

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tuper board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gale Tuper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Tuper speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tuper treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Tuper 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. Tuper. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pansinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic widespread sinus infection
    • All sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve hearing loss
    • Inner ear hearing loss
    • Permanent hearing loss
    • SNHL

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    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

    Does Dr. Tuper accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tuper 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. Tuper accept in Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    Dr. Tuper in Fort Walton Beach, FL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tuper's office located?

    Dr. Gale Tuper's Primary Practice

    310 Racetrack Rd NW

    Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

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    Dr. Gale Tuper's Practice 2

    307 Boatner Rd Ste 114

    Eglin AFB, FL 32542

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

    Dr. Tuper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598834426.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuper?

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

    What is Dr. Gale Tuper's specialty?

    Dr. Tuper is a Otolaryngologist near Fort Walton Beach, FL. 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. Tuper to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gale Tuper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tuper 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

    Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?

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    Is Gale Tuper accepting new patients in Fort Walton Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gale Tuper is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gale Tuper offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tuper's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gale Tuper?

    Please contact Dr. Tuper's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gale Tuper have?

    Dr. Gale Tuper is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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