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Dr. Scott Troob, MD

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.

    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 here.

    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 here.

    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:

    • Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
    • Free Skin Flap Surgery
    • Myocutaneous Flap
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap
    • Head and Neck Reconstruction
    • Vascular Pedicle Flap
    • Microvascular Skin Flap
    • Tissue Transfer Surgery
    • Skin Graft with Microvascular Repair
    • Complex Skin Reconstruction

    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 call our office at 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

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Troob's office located?

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue

    New York, NY 10032

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    What is Dr. Troob's NPI number?An 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 a 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 this 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

    When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Scott Troob accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Troob is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Troob offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Troob?

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

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