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Who is Dr. Mankekar, Otologist & Neurotologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Gauri Mankekar is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Mankekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mankekar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mankekar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Mankekar speak?
Dr. Mankekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Mankekar typically treat?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Mankekar 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. Mankekar. 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 Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Hearing Impairment
- Deafness
- Poor Hearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Having a Cochlear Implant
- Cochlear Implants
- Bionic ear
- Cochlear device
- Auditory implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9621: Cochlear implant status
What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Mankekar typically perform?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Mankekar 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. Mankekar. 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:
- 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:
- Eardrum Repair Surgery
- Tympanoplasty
- Middle Ear Repair
- Eardrum Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction
Also known as:
- Tympanometry
- Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Test
- Hearing Tests for Adults
- Hearing Tests for Children
- Impedance Audiometry
- Middle Ear Test
- Ear Pressure Test
- Full Audiometry Test
- Speech Recognition Test
- Hearing Threshold Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)
- 92557: Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition (92553 and 92556 combined)
Also known as:
- Binocular Microscopy Exam
- Microscopic Examination
- Stereomicroscopy
- Diagnostic Microscopy
CPT Codes:
- 92504: Binocular microscopy (separate diagnostic procedure)
Also known as:
- Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
- Autogenous ear cartilage graft
- Nose cartilage reconstruction
- Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
- Cartilage transplant for nose/ear
CPT Codes:
- 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)
Does Dr. Mankekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Mankekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mankekar accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Mankekar in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mankekar's office located?
What is Dr. Mankekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mankekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881114916.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mankekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mankekar
What is Dr. Gauri Mankekar's specialty?
Dr. Mankekar is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Shreveport, LA.
What does an Otologist & Neurotologist do?
An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions.
Is this Dr. Gauri Mankekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mankekar is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Christus St. Michael Health System 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 Gauri Mankekar accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gauri Mankekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gauri Mankekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mankekar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gauri Mankekar?
Please contact Dr. Mankekar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103