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Dr. Richard Wright, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wright, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Richard Wright, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wright is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (510) 490-1222.

    What languages does Dr. Wright speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Wright typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Chronic Pansinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Chronic widespread sinus infection
    • All sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Wright typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Endoscopy with Concha Bullosa Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Concha Bullosa Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31240: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with concha bullosa resection

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Septum Cartilage Graft
    • Nose Cartilage Graft
    • Septal Cartilage Repair
    • Nasal Reconstruction with Cartilage

    CPT Codes:

    • 20912: Cartilage graft; nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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

    Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 490-1222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Wright in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Richard Wright's Primary Practice

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

    (510) 490-1222

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    Dr. Richard Wright's Practice 2

    3200 Kearney St

    Fremont, CA 94538

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

    Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447375480.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Wright's specialty?

    Dr. Wright is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

    Is this Dr. Richard Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Tracy Community 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

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    Is Richard Wright accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wright is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Wright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (510) 490-1222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Wright?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (510) 490-1222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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