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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Falls, Otolaryngologist in Hickory, NC?
Dr. William Falls, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Falls graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program. Dr. Falls is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falls’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falls’s office at (828) 322-2183.
Where did Dr. Falls go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Falls speak?
Dr. Falls and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Falls typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Falls 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. Falls. 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:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
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:
- 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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Rhinosinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Falls typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Falls 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. Falls. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Turbinate Ablation
- Inferior Turbinate Reduction
- Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
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
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
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
Does Dr. Falls accept my insurance?
Dr. Falls accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 322-2183 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Falls accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Falls in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Falls' office located?
What is Dr. Falls's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Falls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114154663.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falls?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Falls
What is Dr. William Falls's specialty?
Dr. Falls is a Otolaryngologist near Hickory, NC.
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. William Falls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Falls is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, Unc Health Blue Ridge, Atrium Health Lincoln 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 William Falls accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. William Falls is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Falls offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Falls's office at (828) 322-2183 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Falls?
Please contact Dr. Falls's office at (828) 322-2183 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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