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Dr. Phillip Chaffin, MD

Boise, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chaffin, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Boise, ID?

    Dr. Phillip Chaffin, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chaffin graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Minnesota Program. Dr. Chaffin is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chaffin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chaffin’s office at (208) 381-6900.

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

    • Residency: University of Minnesota Program

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chaffin speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Chaffin treat?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chaffin 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. Chaffin. 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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
    • H6593: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sleep Disorder
    • Sleep Problem
    • Sleep Disturbance
    • Trouble Sleeping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G479: Sleep disorder, 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    What procedures does Dr. Chaffin perform?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chaffin 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. Chaffin. 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:

    • 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:

    • Cochlear Implant Surgery
    • Cochlear Implants
    • Cochlear Device Implantation
    • Hearing Implant Procedure
    • Inner Ear Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy

    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. Chaffin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chaffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 381-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chaffin accept in Boise, ID?

    Dr. Chaffin in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Chaffin's office located?

    Dr. Phillip Chaffin's Primary Practice

    333 N 1st St Ste 110

    Boise, ID 83702

    (208) 381-6900

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    Dr. Phillip Chaffin's Practice 2

    610 W Hays St

    Boise, ID 83702

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    Dr. Phillip Chaffin's Practice 3

    305 E Jefferson St

    Boise, ID 83712

    (208) 381-9590

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

    Dr. Chaffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134355225.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chaffin?

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

    What is Dr. Phillip Chaffin's specialty?

    Dr. Chaffin is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Boise, ID. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Chaffin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Phillip Chaffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chaffin is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center 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

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    Is Phillip Chaffin accepting new patients in Boise, ID?

    Yes, Dr. Phillip Chaffin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Phillip Chaffin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chaffin's office at (208) 381-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Phillip Chaffin?

    Please contact Dr. Chaffin's office at (208) 381-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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