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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Otolaryngologist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Khwaja Ahmed, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Aga Khan University. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (731) 422-0213.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Aga Khan University
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Khwaja Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Ear Disorder in Both Ears
- Ear Disorder
- Bilateral Ear Condition
- Both Ear Problems
- Aural Disorder Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- H938X3: Other specified disorders of ear, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic sinus infection
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Nerve hearing loss
- Inner ear hearing loss
- Permanent hearing loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Inner Ear Drug Infusion
- Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion
- Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment
- Meniere's Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Adenoid Removal for Children
- Pediatric Adenoidectomy
- Adenoid Surgery for Kids
- Removal of Adenoids
CPT Codes:
- 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
CPT Codes:
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 422-0213 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Ahmed in Memphis, TN 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 Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
MedBen
Medicare
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982623864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Khwaja Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Otolaryngologist near Memphis, TN.
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. Khwaja Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General 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
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Is Khwaja Ahmed accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Khwaja Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khwaja Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (731) 422-0213 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khwaja Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (731) 422-0213 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Khwaja Ahmed have?
Dr. Khwaja Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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