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Dr. David Bracken, MD

Galveston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bracken, Otolaryngologist in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. David Bracken, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bracken is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bracken’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bracken’s office at (281) 338-0829.

    What languages does Dr. Bracken speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bracken treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Bracken 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. Bracken. 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:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Vocal Cord Disorder
    • One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Vocal Cord Polyp
    • Other Voice Problems
    • Voice Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Voice problems
    • Vocal fold issues
    • Throat conditions
    • Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cord
    • Single vocal cord paralysis
    • Laryngeal polyp
    • Vocal fold polyp
    • Voice changes
    • Vocal issues
    • Resonance issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
    • J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
    • J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx
    • R498: Other voice and resonance disorders

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems
    • Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing in throat
    • Esophageal swallowing problems
    • Swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
    • R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
    • R1319: Other dysphagia

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Disorder
    • Pharynx Disorder
    • Larynx Narrowing
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice box problems
    • Laryngeal conditions
    • Throat issues
    • Throat conditions
    • Pharyngeal diseases
    • Problems with the pharynx
    • Laryngeal stenosis
    • Narrowed voice box
    • Airway narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J387: Other diseases of larynx
    • J392: Other diseases of pharynx
    • J386: Stenosis of larynx

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer
    • Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
    • Glottic Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
    • C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Having a Tracheostomy
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Trach tube
    • Tracheotomy
    • Tracheal opening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z930: Tracheostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Upper airway disease
    • Nose and throat conditions
    • Upper respiratory illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Diverticulum
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Pouch in the esophagus', 'Zenker's diverticulum
    • Esophageal pocket

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K225: Diverticulum of esophagus, acquired

    Does Dr. Bracken accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bracken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 338-0829 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bracken accept in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. Bracken in Galveston, TX 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

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bracken's office located?

    Dr. David Bracken's Primary Practice

    700 University Blvd

    Galveston, TX 77550

    (281) 338-0829

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    Dr. David Bracken's Practice 2

    1600 W League City Pkwy Ste D

    League City, TX 77573

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    Dr. David Bracken's Practice 3

    1001 Potrero Ave Rm 3A32

    San Francisco, CA 94110

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

    Dr. Bracken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205218443.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bracken?

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

    What is Dr. David Bracken's specialty?

    Dr. Bracken is a Otolaryngologist near Galveston, TX. 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. Bracken to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Bracken is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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 David Bracken accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?

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

    Does Dr. David Bracken offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bracken's office at (281) 338-0829 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Bracken?

    Please contact Dr. Bracken's office at (281) 338-0829 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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