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Dr. Samkon Gado, MD

Otolaryngologist

Lynchburg, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gado, Otolaryngologist in Lynchburg, VA?

    Dr. Samkon Gado, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Lynchburg, VA. Dr. Gado is fluent in English and Hausa, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gado’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gado’s office at (434) 947-3993.

    What languages does Dr. Gado speak?

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

    • English
    • Hausa

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Gado typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Gado 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. Gado. 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:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Rhinosinusitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J328: Other chronic sinusitis

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Gado typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Gado 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. Gado. 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:

    • 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:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    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:

    • 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    Does Dr. Gado accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 947-3993 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gado accept in Lynchburg, VA?

    Dr. Gado in Lynchburg, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • MedCost

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gado's office located?

    Dr. Samkon Gado's Primary Practice

    2321 Atherholt Rd

    Lynchburg, VA 24501

    (434) 947-3993

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gado affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Gado has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Centra Lynchburg General Hospital,Lynchburg, VA

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

    Dr. Gado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497142145.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gado?

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

    What is Dr. Samkon Gado's specialty?

    Dr. Gado is an Otolaryngologist near Lynchburg, VA.

    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 Dr. Samkon Gado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gado is affiliated with Uva University Hospital 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 Dr. Samkon Gado accepting new patients in Lynchburg, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Samkon Gado is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samkon Gado offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gado's office at (434) 947-3993 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samkon Gado?

    Please contact Dr. Gado's office at (434) 947-3993 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gado's office located?

    Dr. Gado's office is located in Lynchburg, VA.