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Who is Dr. Abu Ghanem, Otolaryngologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ghanem Abu Ghanem is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Abu Ghanem is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abu Ghanem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abu Ghanem’s office at (718) 270-1000.
What languages does Dr. Abu Ghanem speak?
Dr. Abu Ghanem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Abu Ghanem typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Abu Ghanem 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. Abu Ghanem. 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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
- J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Larynx Narrowing
- Throat Disorder
- Laryngeal stenosis
- Narrowed voice box
- Airway narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- J386: Stenosis of larynx
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Abu Ghanem typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Abu Ghanem 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. Abu Ghanem. 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:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
- Direct laryngoscopy with injection
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
- Voice box biopsy
- Throat biopsy with scope
- Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Voice Box Examination and Widening
- Direct laryngoscopy with dilation
- Larynx scope with widening
- Tracheoscopy with dilation
CPT Codes:
- 31528: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; with dilation, initial
Also known as:
- Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
- Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
- Vocal Cord Exam
- Throat Scope with Strobe Light
- Voice Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy
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
Does Dr. Abu Ghanem accept my insurance?
Dr. Abu Ghanem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abu Ghanem accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Abu Ghanem in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abu Ghanem's office located?
Dr. Ghanem Abu Ghanem's Primary Practice
450 Clarkson Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 270-1000
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ghanem Abu Ghanem?
Dr. Abu Ghanem has appointments available at her Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Abu Ghanem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abu Ghanem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114442621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abu Ghanem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abu Ghanem
What is Dr. Ghanem Abu Ghanem's specialty?
Dr. Abu Ghanem is a Otolaryngologist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Ghanem Abu Ghanem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abu Ghanem is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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 Ghanem Abu Ghanem accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ghanem Abu Ghanem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ghanem Abu Ghanem offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Abu Ghanem, or call (718) 270-1000 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ghanem Abu Ghanem?
Please contact Dr. Abu Ghanem's office at (718) 270-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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