Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Symms, Otolaryngologist in Boise, ID?
Dr. John Symms, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Symms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Symms’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Symms’s office at (208) 336-4368.
What languages does Dr. Symms speak?
Dr. Symms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Symms typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Symms 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. Symms. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
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:
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Symms typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Symms 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. Symms. 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
- 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
Does Dr. Symms accept my insurance?
Dr. Symms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 336-4368 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Symms accept in Boise, ID?
Dr. Symms in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Intermountain Health
Medica Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Symms' office located?
What is Dr. Symms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Symms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457706228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Symms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Symms
What is Dr. John Symms's specialty?
Dr. Symms is a Otolaryngologist near Boise, ID.
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. John Symms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Symms is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center - Boise, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center, Treasure Valley 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
When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Symms accepting new patients in Boise, ID?
Yes, Dr. John Symms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Symms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Symms's office at (208) 336-4368 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Symms?
Please contact Dr. Symms's office at (208) 336-4368 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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