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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fikhman, Otolaryngologist in Elizabethtown, KY?
Dr. German Fikhman, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Elizabethtown, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fikhman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fikhman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fikhman’s office at (270) 706-5265.
What languages does Dr. Fikhman speak?
Dr. Fikhman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Fikhman typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fikhman 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. Fikhman. 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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
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:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Fikhman typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fikhman 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. Fikhman. 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:
- 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 and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Esophagus Scope with Biopsy
- Flexible Esophagoscopy
- Esophagus Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy
- Transoral Esophagoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43200: Esophagoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
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
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
Does Dr. Fikhman accept my insurance?
Dr. Fikhman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 706-5265 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fikhman accept in Elizabethtown, KY?
Dr. Fikhman in Elizabethtown, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fikhman's office located?
Dr. German Fikhman's Primary Practice
2411 Ring Rd Ste 105
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 706-5265
What is Dr. Fikhman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fikhman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801115522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fikhman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fikhman
What is Dr. German Fikhman's specialty?
Dr. Fikhman is a Otolaryngologist near Elizabethtown, KY.
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. German Fikhman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fikhman is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin 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 German Fikhman accepting new patients in Elizabethtown, KY?
Yes, Dr. German Fikhman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. German Fikhman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fikhman's office at (270) 706-5265 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with German Fikhman?
Please contact Dr. Fikhman's office at (270) 706-5265 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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