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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heaton, Otolaryngologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Chase Heaton is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Heaton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heaton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heaton’s office at (415) 567-2900.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Heaton?
Dr. Chase Heaton 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. Heaton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer & Surgery, Head & Neck Reconstruction, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Heaton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Heaton speak?
Dr. Heaton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Heaton typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Heaton 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. Heaton. 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:
- Oral Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Mouth Malignancy
- Oral Carcinoma
- Tongue Carcinoma
- Floor of Mouth Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Floor of Mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
- C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
- C049: Malignant neoplasm of floor of mouth, unspecified
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
- C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Heaton typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Heaton 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. Heaton. 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:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Heaton accept my insurance?
Dr. Heaton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 567-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heaton accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Heaton in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heaton's office located?
What is Dr. Heaton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heaton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063748911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heaton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heaton
What is Dr. Chase Heaton's specialty?
Dr. Heaton is a Otolaryngologist near San Francisco, CA.
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. Chase Heaton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heaton is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Chase Heaton accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chase Heaton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chase Heaton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heaton's office at (415) 567-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chase Heaton?
Please contact Dr. Heaton's office at (415) 567-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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