Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexander, Otolaryngologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Thomas Alexander, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alexander graduated from Duke University, School of Medicine, Durham, NC. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (619) 543-5910.
Where did Dr. Alexander go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Duke University, School of Medicine, Durham, NC | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Assistant Professor of Surgery | Neurotology Fellowship Program Director
Is Dr. Alexander board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Alexander, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Alexander typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Mixed Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Combined Hearing Loss
- Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Perforated Eardrum
- Ear Disorder
- Ruptured eardrum
- Hole in eardrum
- Tympanic membrane tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7291: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, right ear
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Alexander typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:
- 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 Surgery
- Tympanoplasty
- Middle Ear Repair
- Eardrum Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction
Also known as:
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
- Facial Skin Graft
CPT Codes:
- 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
Also known as:
- Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
- Fat Grafting
- Dermal Graft
- Fascia Graft
- Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-5910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Alexander in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275696080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. Thomas Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Otolaryngologist near La Jolla, CA.
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. Thomas Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Thomas Alexander accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (619) 543-5910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (619) 543-5910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Alexander have?
Dr. Thomas Alexander is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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