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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hester, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Jerome Hester, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Hester completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology. Dr. Hester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hester’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hester’s office at (650) 328-0511.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hester?
Dr. Jerome Hester, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hester empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Sleep Apnea, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto, CA community, Dr. Hester is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx
Is Dr. Hester board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Jerome Hester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Hester speak?
Dr. Hester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hester typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hester 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. Hester. 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:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hester typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hester 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. Hester. 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:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Valve Collapse Repair (Radiofrequency)
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Radiofrequency Nasal Valve Remodeling
- Nasal Airway Obstruction Repair
- Nose Valve Collapse Treatment
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30469: Repair of nasal valve collapse with low energy, temperature-controlled (ie, radiofrequency) subcutaneous/submucosal remodeling
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
Also known as:
- Removal of Nasal Turbinate
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Turbinate Reduction
- Inferior Turbinate Excision
- Nasal Airway Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
CPT Codes:
- 30130: Excision inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Sinus Clearance Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)
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 (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Does Dr. Hester accept my insurance?
Dr. Hester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 328-0511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hester accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Hester in Palo Alto, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hester's office located?
Dr. Jerome Hester's Primary Practice
750 Welch Rd Ste 317
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 328-0511
What is Dr. Hester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477629483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hester
What is Dr. Jerome Hester's specialty?
Dr. Hester is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist specializing in sleep medicine is board-certified in the subspecialty and focuses on the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, and management of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. They provide care to patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions treated by sleep specialists include sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders, among others.
Is this Dr. Jerome Hester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hester is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
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Is Jerome Hester accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jerome Hester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerome Hester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (650) 328-0511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerome Hester?
Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (650) 328-0511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jerome Hester have?
Dr. Jerome Hester is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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