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Dr. Neil Chheda, MD

Dr. Neil Chheda, MD

Gainesville, FL

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chheda, Otolaryngologist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Neil Chheda, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Chheda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chheda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chheda’s office at (352) 273-5199.

    Where did Dr. Chheda go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

    Is Dr. Chheda board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Neil Chheda, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Chheda speak?

    Dr. Chheda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chheda typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chheda 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. Chheda. 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 Narrowing
    • Laryngeal Spasm
    • Larynx Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Laryngeal stenosis
    • Narrowed voice box
    • Airway narrowing
    • Vocal cord spasm
    • Throat spasm
    • Laryngospasm
    • Voice box problems
    • Laryngeal conditions
    • Throat issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J386: Stenosis of larynx
    • J385: Laryngeal spasm
    • J387: Other diseases of larynx

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Voice Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cord
    • Single vocal cord paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer
    • Malignant Laryngeal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Chheda typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Chheda 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. Chheda. 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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Voice Box and Windpipe Widening
    • Laryngoscopy with Dilation
    • Tracheoscopy with Dilation
    • Airway Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 31529: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; with dilation, subsequent

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Laryngoscopy with Vocal Cord Injection
    • Vocal cord injection
    • Laryngeal injection
    • Voice box injection
    • Therapeutic laryngoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31573: Laryngoscopy, flexible; with therapeutic injection(s) (eg, chemodenervation agent or corticosteroid, injected percutaneous, transoral, or via endoscope channel), unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Voice Box Muscle Spasms
    • Laryngeal Botox Injection
    • Voice Box Chemodenervation
    • Spasmodic Dysphonia Treatment Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64617: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); larynx, unilateral, percutaneous (eg, for spasmodic dysphonia), includes guidance by needle electromyography, when performed

    Does Dr. Chheda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chheda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 273-5199 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chheda accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Chheda in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Health Plan

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chheda's office located?

    Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza

    1600 SW Archer Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32610

    (352) 273-5199

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    Gi Clinic At Endoscopy Center

    2001 SW 13th St

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    Uf Health The Oaks

    6201 W Newberry Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32605

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    What is Dr. Chheda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chheda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386856060.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chheda?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chheda

    What is Dr. Neil Chheda's specialty?

    Dr. Chheda is a Otolaryngologist near Gainesville, FL.

    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. Neil Chheda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chheda is affiliated with Uh Portage Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Otolaryngologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Neil Chheda accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Neil Chheda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neil Chheda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chheda's office at (352) 273-5199 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neil Chheda?

    Please contact Dr. Chheda's office at (352) 273-5199 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Neil Chheda have?

    Dr. Neil Chheda is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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