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Who is Dr. Sidell, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Douglas Sidell, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sidell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sidell’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. Sidell’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Sidell speak?
Dr. Sidell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sidell treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Sidell 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. Sidell. 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
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
- R1319: Other dysphagia
Also known as:
- Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
- Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
- Long-term Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
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:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Laryngomalacia at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Throat Disorder
- Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
- Soft Voice Box Cartilage
- Congenital Laryngomalacia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia
Also known as:
- Larynx Narrowing
- Laryngeal Spasm
- Throat Disorder
- Laryngeal stenosis
- Narrowed voice box
- Airway narrowing
- Vocal cord spasm
- Throat spasm
- Laryngospasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- J386: Stenosis of larynx
- J385: Laryngeal spasm
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
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:
- Stridor
- Breathing Problems
- High-pitched breathing sound
- Wheezing (harsh)
- Noisy breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R061: Stridor
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Which procedures does Dr. Sidell perform as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Sidell 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. Sidell's office.
Does Dr. Sidell accept my insurance?
Dr. Sidell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sidell accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sidell 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
California Water Service Group
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Mateo
Partnership Health Plan
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sidell's office located?
What is Dr. Sidell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sidell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629229836.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sidell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sidell
What is Dr. Douglas Sidell's specialty?
Dr. Sidell is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Sidell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Sidell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sidell 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
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Is Douglas Sidell accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Sidell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Sidell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sidell's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Sidell?
Please contact Dr. Sidell's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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