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Dr. Lesley Childs, MD

Dr. Lesley Childs, MD

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Childs, Otolaryngologist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Lesley Childs, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Childs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childs’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childs’s office at (214) 645-8898.

    What languages does Dr. Childs speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Childs treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Childs 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. Childs. 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:

    • Vocal Cord Disorder
    • One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Vocal Cord Polyp
    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Vocal Cord Nodules
    • Other Voice Problems
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Voice problems
    • Vocal fold issues
    • Throat conditions
    • Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cord
    • Single vocal cord paralysis
    • Laryngeal polyp
    • Vocal fold polyp
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Laryngeal paralysis
    • Voice box paralysis
    • Vocal cord immobility
    • Singer's nodules
    • Vocal fold nodules
    • Voice bumps
    • Voice changes
    • Vocal issues
    • Resonance issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
    • J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
    • J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx
    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J3802: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, bilateral
    • J382: Nodules of vocal cords
    • R498: Other voice and resonance disorders

    Also known as:

    • Laryngeal Spasm
    • Larynx Narrowing
    • Larynx Disorder
    • Larynx Swelling
    • Throat Disorder
    • Vocal cord spasm
    • Throat spasm
    • Laryngospasm
    • Laryngeal stenosis
    • Narrowed voice box
    • Airway narrowing
    • Voice box problems
    • Laryngeal conditions
    • Throat issues
    • Swollen voice box
    • Laryngeal edema
    • Throat swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J385: Laryngeal spasm
    • J386: Stenosis of larynx
    • J387: Other diseases of larynx
    • J384: Edema of larynx

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Swallowing problems
    • Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing in throat
    • Esophageal swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1319: Other dysphagia
    • R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase

    Also known as:

    • Benign Larynx Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Throat Disorder
    • Non-cancerous voice box growth
    • Laryngeal benign neoplasm
    • Voice box lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D141: Benign neoplasm of larynx

    Also known as:

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Upper airway disease
    • Nose and throat conditions
    • Upper respiratory illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Laryngitis
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Persistent laryngitis
    • Long-term voice box inflammation
    • Chronic hoarseness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J370: Chronic laryngitis

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Glottic Cancer
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Does Dr. Childs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Childs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-8898 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Childs accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Childs in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Childs' office located?

    Dr. Lesley Childs' Primary Practice

    6202 Harry Hines Blvd

    Dallas, TX 75390

    (214) 645-8898

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    Dr. Lesley Childs' Practice 2

    3000 N Interstate 35

    Denton, TX 76201

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    Dr. Lesley Childs' Practice 3

    5184 Tex Oak Ave

    Dallas, TX 75235

    (214) 590-5489

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

    Dr. Childs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639226525.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childs?

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

    What is Dr. Lesley Childs's specialty?

    Dr. Childs is a Otolaryngologist near Dallas, TX. 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. Childs to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lesley Childs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Childs is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. 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

    Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?

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    Is Lesley Childs accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Lesley Childs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lesley Childs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Childs's office at (214) 645-8898 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lesley Childs?

    Please contact Dr. Childs's office at (214) 645-8898 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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