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Dr. Laura Pelaez, MD

New Orleans, LA

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    Who is Dr. Pelaez, Otolaryngologist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Laura Pelaez, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pelaez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelaez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelaez’s office at (504) 702-5700.

    What languages does Dr. Pelaez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pelaez treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Pelaez 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. Pelaez. 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:

    • 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:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Vocal Cord Polyp
    • Voice Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Laryngeal polyp
    • Vocal fold polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Tracheostomy Care
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Trach Care
    • Trachea Tube Management
    • Breathing Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z430: Encounter for attention to tracheostomy

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    What procedures does Dr. Pelaez perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Pelaez 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. Pelaez. 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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    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:

    • 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. Pelaez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pelaez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 702-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pelaez accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Pelaez in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Pelaez's office located?

    Dr. Laura Pelaez's Primary Practice

    2832 Burdette St

    New Orleans, LA 70125

    (504) 702-5700

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    Dr. Laura Pelaez's Practice 2

    2000 Canal St

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Laura Pelaez's Practice 3

    533 Bolivar St Ste 566

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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

    Dr. Pelaez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245471234.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelaez?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Pelaez's specialty?

    Dr. Pelaez is a Otolaryngologist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Pelaez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Pelaez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pelaez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans, Touro Lcmc Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Laura Pelaez accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Pelaez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Pelaez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pelaez's office at (504) 702-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Pelaez?

    Please contact Dr. Pelaez's office at (504) 702-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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