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Dr. Caroline Rieger

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rieger, Otolaryngologist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Caroline Rieger is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Rieger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rieger’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rieger’s office at (225) 246-9240.

    What languages does Dr. Rieger speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Rieger 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. Rieger. 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:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral
    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia

    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
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Rieger 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. Rieger. 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:

    • Frenum Removal
    • Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
    • Tongue-Tie Release (Frenectomy)
    • Frenectomy
    • Frenulectomy
    • Lip tie release
    • Tongue tie release
    • Lingual Frenectomy
    • Frenotomy
    • Tongue-Tie Surgery
    • Tongue Frenum Excision
    • Ankyloglossia Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 40819: Excision of frenum, labial or buccal (frenumectomy, frenulectomy, frenectomy)
    • 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)
    • 41115: Excision of lingual frenum (frenectomy)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Rieger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rieger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 246-9240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rieger accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Rieger in Baton Rouge, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Rieger's office located?

    Dr. Caroline Rieger's Primary Practice

    7373 Perkins Rd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 246-9240

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

    Dr. Rieger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285029975.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rieger?

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

    What is Dr. Caroline Rieger's specialty?

    Dr. Rieger is a Otolaryngologist near Baton Rouge, LA.

    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. Caroline Rieger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rieger is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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

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

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    Is Caroline Rieger accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Caroline Rieger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caroline Rieger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rieger's office at (225) 246-9240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Caroline Rieger?

    Please contact Dr. Rieger's office at (225) 246-9240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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