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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sim, Otolaryngologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Michael Sim, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sim is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sim’s office at (317) 944-2443.
What languages does Dr. Sim speak?
Dr. Sim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Sim typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Sim 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. Sim. 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:
- Oral Cancer
- Side of Tongue Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
- Lateral Tongue Carcinoma
- Malignant Tumor on Side of Tongue
- Cancer on tongue border
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
- C021: Malignant neoplasm of border of tongue
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
ICD-10 Codes:
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
- Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Other Salivary Gland Problems
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
- Salivary Gland Issues
- Saliva Gland Ailments
- Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K118: Other diseases of salivary glands
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Sim typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Sim 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. Sim. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Voice Prosthetic Fitting
- Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
- Voice Device Assessment
- Artificial Voice Fitting
CPT Codes:
- 92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech
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:
- Voice and Resonance Analysis
- Voice Disorder Evaluation
- Speech Resonance Assessment
- Vocal Quality Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
Also known as:
- Modified Radical Neck Dissection
- Cervical Lymph Node Removal
- Neck Lymphadenectomy
- Neck Dissection Surgery
- Lymph Node Biopsy Neck
CPT Codes:
- 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Does Dr. Sim accept my insurance?
Dr. Sim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 944-2443 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sim accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Sim in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Assurant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Unified Group Services
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Where is Dr. Sim's office located?
Dr. Michael Sim's Primary Practice
550 University Blvd Ste 3170
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 944-2443
What is Dr. Sim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730408493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sim
What is Dr. Michael Sim's specialty?
Dr. Sim is a Otolaryngologist near Indianapolis, IN.
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. Michael Sim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sim is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health North Hospital, Columbus Regional Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus, Deaconess Midtown 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 Michael Sim accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Michael Sim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Sim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sim's office at (317) 944-2443 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Sim?
Please contact Dr. Sim's office at (317) 944-2443 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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