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Dr. Laura Brainard, MD

Dr. Laura Brainard, MD

Detroit, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brainard, Otolaryngologist in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Laura Brainard, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Brainard completed her residency at University of New Mexico School of Medicine and is currently affiliated with West Bloomfield Hospital Department Of Otolaryngol. Dr. Brainard is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brainard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brainard’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Brainard?

    Dr. Laura Brainard, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Brainard empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cochlear Implants, Hearing Loss, LGBTQ+ Health, Pediatric Otolaryngology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Detroit, MI community, Dr. Brainard is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Pittsburgh Ear Associates

    • Residency: University of New Mexico School of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Medical Education)

    Is Dr. Brainard board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Brainard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Brainard speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Brainard 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. Brainard. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss in Right Ear
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Combined Hearing Loss
    • Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Type Hearing Loss
    • Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Deafness Right Ear
    • Combined Hearing Impairment Right Side
    • Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss Right Ear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
    • H90A31: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, right ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Blocked Right Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax
    • Impacted Earwax Right Ear
    • Excessive Right Earwax
    • Right Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
    • H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Brainard 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. Brainard. 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 here.

    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:

    • Removal of Growth from Outer Ear Canal
    • External auditory canal lesion excision
    • Ear canal tumor removal
    • Soft tissue removal ear canal

    CPT Codes:

    • 69145: Excision soft tissue lesion, external auditory canal

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Myringotomy with Tubes
    • Tympanostomy with Ventilating Tube
    • Ear Drum Incision with Tube Placement
    • Grommet Insertion (Local Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Test
    • Tympanometry
    • Hearing Tests for Adults
    • Hearing Tests for Children
    • Full Audiometry Test
    • Speech Recognition Test
    • Hearing Threshold Evaluation
    • Impedance Audiometry
    • Middle Ear Test
    • Ear Pressure Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92557: Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition (92553 and 92556 combined)
    • 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)

    Also known as:

    • Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
    • Autogenous ear cartilage graft
    • Nose cartilage reconstruction
    • Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
    • Cartilage transplant for nose/ear

    CPT Codes:

    • 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)

    Does Dr. Brainard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brainard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brainard accept in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Brainard in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Brainard's office located?

    Dr. Laura Brainard's Primary Practice

    2799 W Grand Blvd

    Detroit, MI 48202

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    West Bloomfield Hospital Department Of Otolaryngol

    6777 W Maple Rd

    West Bloomfield, MI 48322

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

    Dr. Brainard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841339850.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brainard?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Brainard's specialty?

    Dr. Brainard is a Otolaryngologist near Detroit, MI.

    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. Laura Brainard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brainard is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, Henry Ford Wyandotte 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

    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 Laura Brainard accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Brainard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Brainard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brainard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Brainard?

    Please contact Dr. Brainard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Brainard have?

    Dr. Laura Brainard is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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