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Who is Dr. Leitzen, Otolaryngologist in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Keith Leitzen, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL. Dr. Leitzen graduated from University of Minnesota Med School. Dr. Leitzen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leitzen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leitzen’s office at (847) 535-6464.
Where did Dr. Leitzen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School
What languages does Dr. Leitzen speak?
Dr. Leitzen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Leitzen typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Leitzen 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. Leitzen. 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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Foreign Body Sensation in Throat
- Feeling something in throat
- Throat foreign body
- Globus sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R09A2: Foreign body sensation, throat
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Hearing Impairment
- Deafness
- Poor Hearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
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. Leitzen typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Leitzen 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. Leitzen. 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:
- 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:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
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:
- 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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Leitzen accept my insurance?
Dr. Leitzen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 535-6464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leitzen accept in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Leitzen in Lake Forest, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leitzen's office located?
Dr. Keith Leitzen's Primary Practice
800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 102
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 535-6464
What is Dr. Leitzen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leitzen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174754139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leitzen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leitzen
What is Dr. Keith Leitzen's specialty?
Dr. Leitzen is a Otolaryngologist near Lake Forest, IL.
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. Keith Leitzen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leitzen is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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 Keith Leitzen accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?
Yes, Dr. Keith Leitzen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keith Leitzen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leitzen's office at (847) 535-6464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keith Leitzen?
Please contact Dr. Leitzen's office at (847) 535-6464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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