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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Townsend, Otolaryngologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Melanie Townsend, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (502) 583-3687.
What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?
Dr. Townsend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Townsend typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
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:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Mouth Malignancy
- Oral Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Townsend typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Townsend may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?
Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 583-3687 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Townsend in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?
Dr. Melanie Townsend's Primary Practice
401 E Chestnut St Unit 170
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 583-3687
What is Dr. Townsend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922447952.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Townsend
What is Dr. Melanie Townsend's specialty?
Dr. Townsend is a Otolaryngologist near Louisville, 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. Melanie Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville 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
When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melanie Townsend accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Townsend is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Townsend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (502) 583-3687 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Townsend?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (502) 583-3687 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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