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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Otolaryngologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Stephen Hernandez, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (225) 765-1765.
What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?
Dr. Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hernandez treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hernandez 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. Hernandez. 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:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Sphenoid Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Chronic sphenoid sinus infection
- Persistent sphenoid sinus inflammation
- Sphenoid rhinosinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J323: Chronic sphenoidal sinusitis
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:
- Nasal Cancer
- Sinus Cancer
- Nasal Cavity Cancer
- Nose Cancer
- Malignant Nasal Tumor
- Nasal sinus cancer
- Paranasal sinus cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sinus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C300: Malignant neoplasm of nasal cavity
- C319: Malignant neoplasm of accessory sinus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Encephalocele
- Neural Tube Defects
- Brain Hernia
- Cranial Meningocele
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q019: Encephalocele, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nasal Cyst or Mucocele
- Nasal Polyp
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nose cyst
- Sinus cyst
- Mucus retention cyst
- Polyp in nose
- Nasal growth
- Sinus polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- J341: Cyst and mucocele of nose and nasal sinus
- J339: Nasal polyp, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Bone Disorder in Other Body Areas
- Bone Disease
- Uncommon bone conditions in other sites
- Rare bone diseases in other areas
- Specific bone problems elsewhere
ICD-10 Codes:
- M898X8: Other specified disorders of bone, other site
Also known as:
- Spinal Fluid Leak
- CSF Leak
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9600: Cerebrospinal fluid leak, unspecified
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:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Pharynx Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Throat conditions
- Pharyngeal diseases
- Problems with the pharynx
ICD-10 Codes:
- J392: Other diseases of pharynx
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Melanoma of the Nose
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Nose
- Skin Cancer of Nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4331: Malignant melanoma of nose
What procedures does Dr. Hernandez perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hernandez 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. Hernandez. 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:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with Ethmoidectomy and Sphenoidotomy
- Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
- Total Ethmoidectomy
- Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
- Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopy with Sphenoidotomy
- Sinus Tissue Excision
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31259: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy, with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
- 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
- 31288: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with sphenoidotomy; with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
Also known as:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Removal of Growth Inside the Nose
- Removal of Nasal Turbinate
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
- Intranasal lesion excision
- Nasal growth removal
- Laser treatment for nasal lesion
- Nose polyp removal
- Inferior Turbinate Excision
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
- 30117: Excision or destruction (eg, laser), intranasal lesion; internal approach
- 30130: Excision 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:
- Tear Duct Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
- Endoscopic Tear Duct Opening
- Nasal Endoscopy for Tear Duct
CPT Codes:
- 31239: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with dacryocystorhinostomy
Also known as:
- Surgical Nasal Endoscopy for CSF Leak Repair
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic CSF Leak Repair
- Ethmoid CSF Leak Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopy for Brain Fluid Leak
CPT Codes:
- 31290: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with repair of cerebrospinal fluid leak; ethmoid region
Also known as:
- Upper Jaw Bone Removal (Maxillectomy)
- Maxillary Bone Resection
- Partial Maxillectomy
- Upper Jaw Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31225: Maxillectomy; without orbital exenteration
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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skull Base Surgery (Front of Head)
- Skull Base Lesion Removal
- Craniofacial Surgery
- Anterior Cranial Fossa Repair
- Extradural Skull Base Surgery
- Infratemporal Fossa Lesion Excision
- Parapharyngeal Space Tumor Removal
- Petrous Apex Lesion Resection
CPT Codes:
- 61580: Craniofacial approach to anterior cranial fossa; extradural, including lateral rhinotomy, ethmoidectomy, sphenoidectomy, without maxillectomy or orbital exenteration
- 61605: Resection or excision of neoplastic, vascular or infectious lesion of infratemporal fossa, parapharyngeal space, petrous apex; extradural
Also known as:
- Removal of Lesion from Front Base of Skull
- Skull Base Lesion Removal
- Anterior cranial fossa lesion excision
- Extradural skull base tumor removal
- Brain lesion surgery (front base)
- Skull Base Tumor Excision
- Cavernous Sinus Lesion Surgery
- Clivus Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 61600: Resection or excision of neoplastic, vascular or infectious lesion of base of anterior cranial fossa; extradural
- 61607: Resection or excision of neoplastic, vascular or infectious lesion of parasellar area, cavernous sinus, clivus or midline skull base; extradural
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Pituitary Tumor Removal (Through Nose)
- Transnasal Pituitary Tumor Excision
- Trans-sphenoidal Neuroendoscopy
- Endoscopic Pituitary Surgery
- Pituitary Adenoma Removal
CPT Codes:
- 62165: Neuroendoscopy, intracranial; with excision of pituitary tumor, transnasal or trans-sphenoidal approach
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
- Myocutaneous Flap
- Fasciocutaneous Flap
- Head and Neck Reconstruction
- Vascular Pedicle Flap
CPT Codes:
- 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
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:
- Eye Socket Decompression Surgery
- Eye Socket Lesion Removal
- Orbital Decompression
- Eye Socket Bone Removal
- Orbitotomy
- Orbital Tumor Removal
- Eye Socket Growth Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67414: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of bone for decompression
- 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion
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:
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-1765 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Hernandez in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Stephen Hernandez's Primary Practice
4950 Essen Ln Ste 400
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 765-1765
What is Dr. Hernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487996187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez
What is Dr. Stephen Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Otolaryngologist near Baton Rouge, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Hernandez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Terrebonne General Health System, Rapides Regional Medical Center, North Oaks Medical Center, Woman's 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 Stephen Hernandez accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (225) 765-1765 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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