Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fechtner, Otologist & Neurotologist in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Linnea Fechtner, MD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fechtner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fechtner’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fechtner’s office at (941) 366-9222.
What languages does Dr. Fechtner speak?
Dr. Fechtner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fechtner treat?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Fechtner 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. Fechtner. 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:
- Mixed Hearing Loss
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Mixed Hearing Loss in Right Ear
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Combined Hearing Loss
- Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Perceptive Hearing Loss
- Mixed Deafness Right Ear
- Combined Hearing Impairment Right Side
- Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss Right Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H90A22: 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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
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
What procedures does Dr. Fechtner perform?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Fechtner 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. Fechtner. 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:
- Eardrum Repair Surgery
- Tympanoplasty
- Middle Ear Repair
- Eardrum Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction
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:
- Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Dilation
- Nasal Endoscopy with Eustachian Dilation
- Ear Tube Widening
CPT Codes:
- 69706: Nasopharyngoscopy, surgical, with dilation of eustachian tube (ie, balloon dilation); bilateral
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:
- Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
- Fat Grafting
- Dermal Graft
- Fascia Graft
- Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)
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)
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 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:
- 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
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
Does Dr. Fechtner accept my insurance?
Dr. Fechtner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 366-9222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fechtner accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Fechtner in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
City of Beaumont (TX)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fechtner's office located?
What is Dr. Fechtner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fechtner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467815829.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fechtner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fechtner
What is Dr. Linnea Fechtner's specialty?
Dr. Fechtner is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Grand Junction, CO. An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions. Contact Dr. Fechtner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linnea Fechtner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fechtner is affiliated with Community Hospital - Grand Junction, CO, Aspen Valley Hospital, Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional 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 Linnea Fechtner accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Linnea Fechtner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linnea Fechtner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fechtner's office at (941) 366-9222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linnea Fechtner?
Please contact Dr. Fechtner's office at (941) 366-9222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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