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Dr. Betty Tsai Do, MD

Dr. Betty Tsai Do, MD

Otolaryngologist

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tsai Do, Otolaryngologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Betty Tsai Do, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Tsai Do is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsai Do’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsai Do’s office.

    Is Dr. Tsai Do board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Betty Tsai Do, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Tsai Do speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Tsai Do typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Tsai Do 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. Tsai Do. 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:

    • Cholesteatoma
    • Outer Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Skin cyst in ear
    • Pearl tumor
    • Benign ear growth
    • Otitis Externa
    • Ear Canal Infection
    • External Ear Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H7191: Unspecified cholesteatoma, right ear
    • H6092: Unspecified otitis externa, left ear

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Perforated Eardrum in Left Ear
    • Ear Disorder
    • Ruptured Eardrum Left Ear
    • Hole in Left Eardrum
    • Tympanic Membrane Perforation Left Ear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H7292: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cyst in Left Ear
    • Ear Infection
    • Cholesteatoma Left Ear
    • Left Ear Growth
    • Skin Cell Growth in Left Ear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H7192: Unspecified cholesteatoma, left ear

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Tsai Do typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Tsai Do 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. Tsai Do. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Mastoid Cavity Cleaning
    • Mastoidectomy Debridement
    • Ear Canal Cleaning (Post-Surgery)
    • Mastoid Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69220: Debridement, mastoidectomy cavity, simple (eg, routine cleaning)

    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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Does Dr. Tsai Do accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsai Do accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsai Do accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Tsai Do in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Tsai Do's office located?

    Dr. Betty Tsai Do's Primary Practice

    1515 Newell Ave

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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    Dr. Betty Tsai Do's Practice 2

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tsai Do affiliated with?

    Dr. Tsai Do has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
    Antioch Medical Center,Antioch, CA

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

    Dr. Tsai Do's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629293030.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsai Do?

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

    What is Dr. Betty Tsai Do's specialty?

    Dr. Tsai Do is an Otolaryngologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    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 Dr. Betty Tsai Do affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Tsai Do is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center, Antioch Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Betty Tsai Do accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Betty Tsai Do is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Betty Tsai Do offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai Do's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Betty Tsai Do?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai Do's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tsai Do's office located?

    Dr. Tsai Do's office is located in Walnut Creek, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Betty Tsai Do have?

    Dr. Betty Tsai Do is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.