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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Coulter, Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Coulter, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Coulter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Coulter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Coulter’s office at (619) 532-5617.
What languages does Dr. Coulter speak?
Dr. Coulter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Coulter typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Coulter 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. Coulter. 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:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Foreign Body Sensation in Throat
- Feeling something in throat
- Throat foreign body
- Globus sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R09A2: Foreign body sensation, throat
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Outer Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Chronic External Otitis
- Long-term Outer Ear Infection
- Persistent Swimmer's Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6063: Unspecified chronic otitis externa, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Coulter typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Coulter 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. Coulter. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Coulter accept my insurance?
Dr. Coulter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 532-5617 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Coulter accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Coulter in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Clever Care Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Coulter's office located?
Dr. Michael Coulter's Primary Practice
4282 Genesee Ave Ste 202
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 532-5617
What is Dr. Coulter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Coulter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124477211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Coulter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Coulter
What is Dr. Michael Coulter's specialty?
Dr. Coulter is a Otolaryngologist near San Diego, 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 this Dr. Michael Coulter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Coulter is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Coronado 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 Michael Coulter accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Coulter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Coulter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Coulter's office at (619) 532-5617 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Coulter?
Please contact Dr. Coulter's office at (619) 532-5617 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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