Dr. Scott Troob, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Troob, Otolaryngologist in New York, NY?

Scott H. Troob M.D is a double-boarded Head and Neck Oncologist & Microvascular and Facial Plastic Surgeon nationally recognized for providing integrated oncologic and reconstructive care. He currently serves as the Division Chief of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Otolaryngology ? Head and Neck Surgery. During his time at Columbia, he developed the Head and Neck Free Tissue Transfer and Facial Reanimation programs and has earned a reputation for technical excellence and compassionate patient care. He specializes in the treatment of benign conditions of the head and neck as well as the medical and surgical treatment of cancers of the skin, oral cavity, oropharynx, larynx, hypopharynx, sinonasal tract, salivary glands, and skull base. Additionally, Dr. Troob employs state-of-the-art tissue repair and microsurgical techniques to perform reconstructive surgery for patients following head and neck cancer treatment, facial trauma, and facial paralysis. Dr. Troob is a proud graduate of Columbia (CC ?04) where he received his undergraduate BA in Biology and served as the Captain of the Men?s Swimming and Diving Team. He then attended Jefferson Medical College where he graduated summa cum laude and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He went on to complete his Otolaryngology ? Head and Neck Surgery Residency in 2014 at NYU, where he was selected for the Gold Humanism Society in recognition of his excellence in humanistic patient care, leadership, compassion, and dedication to service. Following residency, he left New York for Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU), where he completed a fellowship in Advanced Head and Neck Oncology, Robotic, & Skull Base Surgery in 2015. He remained at OHSU to complete a second fellowship in Microvascular and Facial Plastic Surgery in 2016. Beyond his interest in oncology and reconstruction, Dr. Troob treats a variety of disorders of the salivary glands, focusing on minimally invasive procedures (sialoendoscopy) which allow for treatment of strictures and stones without external incisions.

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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Troob?

Dr. Scott Troob, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Troob empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cancer Reconstruction, Facial Nerve Disorders, Head & Neck Cancer, Microsurgery, Microvascular Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Skull Base Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Troob is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

What languages does Dr. Troob speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Troob typically treat?

As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Troob 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. Troob. 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:

Neck Lump or Swelling
Head Lump or Swelling
Neck Mass
Bump on Neck
Neck Nodule
Head Mass
Bump on Head
Head Nodule

ICD-10 Codes:

R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

Also known as:

Oral Cancer
Mouth Cancer
Oral Cavity Cancer
Mouth Malignancy
Oral Carcinoma

ICD-10 Codes:

C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified

Also known as:

Bell's Palsy
Idiopathic Facial Paralysis
Acute Facial Paralysis

ICD-10 Codes:

G510: Bell's palsy

Also known as:

Leukoplakia
Mouth Disorder
White Patches in Mouth
Oral Leukoplakia
Smoker's Keratosis

ICD-10 Codes:

K1321: Leukoplakia of oral mucosa, including tongue

Also known as:

Other Salivary Gland Problems
Salivary Gland Disorder
Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
Salivary Gland Issues
Saliva Gland Ailments
Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

K118: Other diseases of salivary glands

Also known as:

Throat Cancer
Oral Cancer
Oropharyngeal Cancer
Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
Pharyngeal Cancer

ICD-10 Codes:

C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified

What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Troob typically perform?

As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Troob 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. Troob. 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:

Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
Local Flap Surgery
Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Rearrangement
Local Flap Reconstruction

CPT Codes:

14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
15757: Free skin flap with microvascular anastomosis

Also known as:

Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
Surgery
Wound Debridement for Graft
Burn Scar Release Surgery
Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

CPT Codes:

15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

Also known as:

Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
Botox for facial spasms
Facial nerve chemodenervation
Blepharospasm treatment
Hemifacial spasm injection

CPT Codes:

64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

Also known as:

Modified Radical Neck Dissection
Cervical Lymph Node Removal
Neck Lymphadenectomy
Neck Dissection Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy Neck

CPT Codes:

38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)

Does Dr. Troob accept my insurance?

Dr. Troob accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Troob accept in New York, NY?

Dr. Troob in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Troob's office located?

CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

180 Fort Washington Avenue

New York, NY 10032

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What hospitals are Dr. Troob affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Troob has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center,New York, NY

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

Dr. Troob's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215170907.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Troob?

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

What is Dr. Scott Troob's specialty?

Dr. Troob is an Otolaryngologist near New York, NY.

What does an Otolaryngologist do?

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.

Is Dr. Scott Troob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Troob is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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

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