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Dr. Yin Yiu, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yiu, Otolaryngologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Yin Yiu, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yiu graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Yiu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yiu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yiu’s office at (713) 796-2181.

    Where did Dr. Yiu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yiu speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Yiu treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Yiu 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. Yiu. 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:

    • One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Vocal Cord Disorder
    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cord
    • Single vocal cord paralysis
    • Voice problems
    • Vocal fold issues
    • Throat conditions
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Laryngeal paralysis
    • Voice box paralysis
    • Vocal cord immobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
    • J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J3802: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Narrowing
    • Laryngeal Spasm
    • Throat Disorder
    • Laryngeal stenosis
    • Narrowed voice box
    • Airway narrowing
    • Vocal cord spasm
    • Throat spasm
    • Laryngospasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J386: Stenosis of larynx
    • J385: Laryngeal spasm

    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

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    What procedures does Dr. Yiu perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Yiu 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. Yiu. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Also known as:

    • Voice and Resonance Analysis
    • Voice Disorder Evaluation
    • Speech Resonance Assessment
    • Vocal Quality Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
    • Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
    • Vocal Cord Stripping
    • Epiglottis Tumor Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
    • Direct laryngoscopy with injection
    • Vocal cord augmentation
    • Voice box injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Voice Box Muscle Spasms
    • Laryngeal Botox Injection
    • Voice Box Chemodenervation
    • Spasmodic Dysphonia Treatment Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64617: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); larynx, unilateral, percutaneous (eg, for spasmodic dysphonia), includes guidance by needle electromyography, when performed

    Does Dr. Yiu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yiu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 796-2181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yiu accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Yiu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yiu's office located?

    Dr. Yin Yiu's Primary Practice

    6550 Fannin St Ste 1723

    Houston, TX 77030

    (713) 796-2181

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    Dr. Yin Yiu's Practice 2

    1515 Holcombe Blvd

    Houston, TX 77030

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Yin Yiu?

    Dr. Yiu has appointments available at her Houston, TX office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Yiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477990489.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yiu?

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

    What is Dr. Yin Yiu's specialty?

    Dr. Yiu is a Otolaryngologist near Houston, TX. 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. Yiu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Yin Yiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yiu is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land 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 Yin Yiu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Yin Yiu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yin Yiu offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Yiu, or call (713) 796-2181 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Yin Yiu?

    Please contact Dr. Yiu's office at (713) 796-2181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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