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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 a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chaffin typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
    • H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral
    • H6593: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chaffin typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Eardrum Repair
    • Tympanoplasty
    • Perforated Eardrum Repair
    • Myringoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 69610: Tympanic membrane repair, with or without site preparation of perforation for closure, with or without patch

    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

    Also known as:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Tonsil and adenoid removal
    • T&A surgery
    • Throat surgery for tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Direct Laryngoscopy with Microscope
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Larynx Scope
    • Tracheoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31526: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Nasal Polyp Removal
    • Sinus Biopsy
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    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

    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

    • Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

    100 E Bannock St

    Boise, ID 83712

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    Dr. Phillip Chaffin's Practice 3

    608 W Hays St

    Boise, ID 83702

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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.

    What does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist do?

    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.

    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, St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center 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 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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