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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kennedy, Otolaryngologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Kevin Kennedy, DO is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Kennedy graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at Naval Hospital, Otolaryngology; Naval Hospital, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office.
Where did Dr. Kennedy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Hospital, Otolaryngology; Naval Hospital, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Is Dr. Kennedy board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Kennedy, DO is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?
Dr. Kennedy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Kennedy typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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:
- 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:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Also known as:
- Long-Term Mastoid Infection
- Chronic Mastoid Infection
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Mastoiditis
- Persistent Mastoid Infection
- Long-term Mastoid Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Mastoid Infection
- Right Ear Chronic Mastoid Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7012: Chronic mastoiditis, left ear
- H7013: Chronic mastoiditis, bilateral
- H7011: Chronic mastoiditis, right ear
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:
- Narrowed Ear Canal
- Ear Disorder
- Ear canal stenosis
- Blocked ear canal
- External ear canal narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H61303: Acquired stenosis of external ear canal, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Kennedy typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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:
- Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
- Voice box biopsy
- Throat biopsy with scope
- Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope
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
Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?
Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Kennedy in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?
What is Dr. Kennedy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649298134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kennedy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kennedy
What is Dr. Kevin Kennedy's specialty?
Dr. Kennedy is a Otolaryngologist near Tacoma, WA.
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. Kevin Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kennedy is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Kevin Kennedy accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Kennedy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Kennedy?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Kennedy have?
Dr. Kevin Kennedy is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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1818 S Union Ave Ste 2C
Tacoma, WA 98405