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Dr. Brian Worden, MD

Palo Alto, CA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Worden, Otolaryngologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Brian Worden, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Worden is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Worden’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Worden’s office at (650) 725-6500.

    Is Dr. Worden board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Worden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Worden speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Worden treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Worden 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. Worden. 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:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, 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:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Does Dr. Worden accept my insurance?

    Dr. Worden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 725-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Worden accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Worden 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Gold Coast Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Worden's office located?

    Dr. Brian Worden's Primary Practice

    801 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 725-6500

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    Dr. Brian Worden's Practice 2

    5601 De Soto Ave

    Woodland Hills, CA 91367

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

    Dr. Worden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376601245.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Worden?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Worden's specialty?

    Dr. Worden is a Otolaryngologist near Palo Alto, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Worden to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Worden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Worden is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Otolaryngologist?

    Explore Otolaryngologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Brian Worden accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Worden is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Worden offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Worden's office at (650) 725-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Worden?

    Please contact Dr. Worden's office at (650) 725-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Worden have?

    Dr. Brian Worden is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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