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Dr. David Brown, MD

Santa Fe, NM

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Otolaryngologist in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. David Brown, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Brown completed his residency at Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Otolaryngology; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery. Dr. Brown is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (505) 820-9945.

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

    • Residency: Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Otolaryngology; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery | Parkland Memorial Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Missouri / Columbia Campus

    Is Dr. Brown board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Brown, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brown treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Vocal Cord Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Voice problems
    • Vocal fold issues
    • Throat conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J383: Other diseases of vocal cords

    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)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase

    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:

    • Peripheral Vertigo
    • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Inner Ear Vertigo
    • Vestibular Vertigo
    • Ear-Related Dizziness
    • BPPV
    • Positional Vertigo
    • Crystal Vertigo
    • Inner Ear Dizziness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H81393: Other peripheral vertigo, bilateral
    • H8111: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, right ear

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does Dr. Brown perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:

    • 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

    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:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Also known as:

    • Basic Balance Test
    • Balance Tests
    • Vestibular Evaluation
    • Inner Ear Balance Test
    • Nystagmus Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92540: Basic vestibular evaluation, includes spontaneous nystagmus test with eccentric gaze fixation nystagmus, with recording, positional nystagmus test, minimum of 4 positions, with recording, optokinetic nystagmus test, bidirectional foveal and peripheral stimulation, with recording, and oscillating tracking test, with recording

    Also known as:

    • Caloric Vestibular Test
    • Bithermal Caloric Test
    • Inner Ear Balance Test
    • Videonystagmography (VNG) Caloric Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92537: Caloric vestibular test with recording, bilateral; bithermal (ie, one warm and one cool irrigation in each ear for a total of four irrigations)

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 820-9945 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Brown in Santa Fe, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. David Brown's Primary Practice

    435 Saint Michaels Dr Ste B104

    Santa Fe, NM 87505

    (505) 820-9945

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    Dr. David Brown's Practice 2

    1620 Hospital Dr

    Santa Fe, NM 87505

    (505) 982-4848

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    Dr. David Brown's Practice 3

    708 La Joya St

    Espanola, NM 87532

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

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033260633.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

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

    What is Dr. David Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Otolaryngologist near Santa Fe, NM. 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. Brown to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM 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 David Brown accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?

    Yes, Dr. David Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (505) 820-9945 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (505) 820-9945 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Brown have?

    Dr. David Brown is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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