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Dr. Erin Simms, MD

Berkeley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simms, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Erin Simms, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Simms completed her residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Otolaryngology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Simms is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simms’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simms’s office at (510) 845-4500.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Otolaryngology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Chas R Drew University Med and Science

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Simms board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Erin Simms, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Simms speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Simms treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Simms 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. Simms. 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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Outer Ear Infection
    • Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Otitis Externa
    • Ear Canal Infection
    • External Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
    • Long-term Ear Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6533: Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral
    • H608X3: Other otitis externa, bilateral
    • H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Other Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Uncommon Sleep Apnea
    • Rare Sleep Breathing Disorder
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4739: Other sleep apnea
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    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:

    • Mouth Breathing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Oral breathing
    • Breathing through mouth
    • Chronic mouth breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R065: Mouth breathing

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia

    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:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

    • Conductive Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Sound transmission hearing loss
    • Outer or middle ear hearing loss
    • Temporary hearing loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Simms perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Simms 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. Simms. 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:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Adenoid Removal (Age 12 or Older)
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids
    • Adult Adenoidectomy
    • Removal of Adenoids (Older Child/Adult)
    • Adenoid Gland Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12
    • 42831: Adenoidectomy, primary; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Tonsil and adenoid removal
    • T&A surgery
    • Throat surgery for tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil Removal for Children Under 12
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Child Tonsil Surgery
    • Tonsillectomy for Kids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42825: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
    • Lingual Frenectomy
    • Frenotomy
    • Tongue-Tie Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Injection into Nasal Turbinates
    • Nasal Turbinate Injection
    • Nose Swelling Injection
    • Turbinate Reduction Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 30200: Injection into turbinate(s), therapeutic

    Does Dr. Simms accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 845-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simms accept in Berkeley, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Medical Health Plan

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Simms' office located?

    Dr. Erin Simms' Primary Practice

    2316 Dwight Way

    Berkeley, CA 94704

    (510) 845-4500

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

    Dr. Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588735476.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simms?

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

    What is Dr. Erin Simms's specialty?

    Dr. Simms is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Berkeley, CA. A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Simms to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erin Simms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simms is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

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    Is Erin Simms accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Erin Simms is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erin Simms offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (510) 845-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erin Simms?

    Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (510) 845-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erin Simms have?

    Dr. Erin Simms is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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