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Dr. Steve Liou, MD

Dr. Steve Liou, MD

Redwood City, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Liou, Otolaryngologist in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Steve Liou, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Liou graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Liou is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liou’s office at (650) 299-2000.

    Where did Dr. Liou go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Liou board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Steve Liou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Liou speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Liou 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. Liou. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    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:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

    • Having Ear Tubes
    • Tympanostomy tubes
    • Grommets
    • Ventilation tubes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Liou 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. Liou. 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:

    • 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Does Dr. Liou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 299-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Liou accept in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Liou in Redwood City, 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Liou's office located?

    Dr. Steve Liou's Primary Practice

    1150 Veterans Blvd

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (650) 299-2000

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

    Dr. Liou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053461483.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liou?

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

    What is Dr. Steve Liou's specialty?

    Dr. Liou is a Otolaryngologist near Redwood City, 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. Steve Liou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Liou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Redwood City Medical Center. 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

    When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Otolaryngologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Steve Liou accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Steve Liou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steve Liou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Liou's office at (650) 299-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steve Liou?

    Please contact Dr. Liou's office at (650) 299-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steve Liou have?

    Dr. Steve Liou is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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