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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yang, Otolaryngologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Zao Yang, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yang’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yang’s office at (210) 450-0733.
What languages does Dr. Yang speak?
Dr. Yang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yang treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Vocal Cord Polyp
- 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
- Laryngeal polyp
- Vocal fold polyp
- Laryngeal paralysis
- Voice box paralysis
- Vocal cord immobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
- J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
- J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx
- J3802: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, bilateral
Also known as:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Larynx Narrowing
- Larynx Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Laryngeal stenosis
- Narrowed voice box
- Airway narrowing
- Voice box problems
- Laryngeal conditions
- Throat issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- J386: Stenosis of larynx
- J387: Other diseases of larynx
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Benign Larynx Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Throat Disorder
- Non-cancerous voice box growth
- Laryngeal benign neoplasm
- Voice box lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D141: Benign neoplasm of larynx
Also known as:
- Chronic Laryngotracheitis
- Throat Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Persistent inflammation of larynx and trachea
- Long-term voice box and windpipe inflammation
- Chronic throat and windpipe inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J371: Chronic laryngotracheitis
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
Also known as:
- Esophageal Diverticulum
- Esophagus Disorder
- Pouch in the esophagus', 'Zenker's diverticulum
- Esophageal pocket
ICD-10 Codes:
- K225: Diverticulum of esophagus, acquired
Also known as:
- Having a Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach tube
- Tracheotomy
- Tracheal opening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z930: Tracheostomy status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Tracheostomy Care
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach Care
- Trachea Tube Management
- Breathing Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z430: Encounter for attention to tracheostomy
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Yang perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Flexible Laryngoscopy with Vocal Cord Injection
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Larynx injection
- Flexible scope vocal cord
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
- 31574: Laryngoscopy, flexible; with injection(s) for augmentation (eg, percutaneous, transoral), unilateral
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:
- Vocal Cord Lesion Removal and Reconstruction
- Vocal Cord Repositioning Surgery
- Laryngoscopy with Vocal Cord Surgery
- Vocal Cord Polyp Removal
- Voice Box Lesion Repair
- Medialization Laryngoplasty
- Vocal Cord Paralysis Surgery
- Voice Box Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31545: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with operating microscope or telescope, with submucosal removal of non-neoplastic lesion(s) of vocal cord; reconstruction with local tissue flap(s)
- 31591: Laryngoplasty, medialization, unilateral
Also known as:
- Lung Airway Exam Through Tracheostomy
- Tracheostomy Bronchoscopy
- Airway Scope Through Trachea
- Bronchoscopy via Tracheostomy
- Lung Airway Inspection
CPT Codes:
- 31615: Tracheobronchoscopy Through Established Tracheostomy Incision
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:
- 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:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Laser Removal of Throat Lesion
- Flexible Laryngoscopy with Laser Ablation
- Voice Box Lesion Removal (Laser)
- Throat Lesion Destruction
CPT Codes:
- 31572: Laryngoscopy, flexible; with ablation or destruction of lesion(s) with laser, unilateral
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Tumor Removal
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Airway Tumor Destruction
- Bronchial Stenosis Relief
- Laser Therapy for Airway Blockage
CPT Codes:
- 31641: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with destruction of tumor or relief of stenosis by any method other than excision (eg, laser therapy, cryotherapy)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Voice and Resonance Analysis
- Voice Disorder Evaluation
- Speech Resonance Assessment
- Vocal Quality Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
Also known as:
- Laryngeal Function Study
- Voice box function test
- Aerodynamic voice testing
- Acoustic voice analysis
- Vocal cord function test
CPT Codes:
- 92520: Laryngeal function studies (ie, aerodynamic testing and acoustic testing)
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Esophagus Dilation with Balloon (Rigid Scope)
- Esophageal Stricture Dilation
- Throat Narrowing Treatment
- Rigid Esophagoscopy with Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 43195: Esophagoscopy, rigid, transoral; with balloon dilation (less than 30 mm diameter)
Also known as:
- Esophagus Pouch Removal and Muscle Cut
- Esophagus Diverticulum Removal
- Zenker's diverticulum surgery
- Hypopharyngeal diverticulectomy
- Cricopharyngeal myotomy
- Rigid esophagoscopy with diverticulectomy
- Esophageal Diverticulectomy', 'Pharyngeal Pouch Removal', 'Zenker's Diverticulum Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43180: Esophagoscopy, rigid, transoral with diverticulectomy of hypopharynx or cervical esophagus (eg, Zenker's diverticulum), with cricopharyngeal myotomy, includes use of telescope or operating microscope and repair, when performed
- 43130: Diverticulectomy of hypopharynx or esophagus, with or without myotomy; cervical approach
Also known as:
- Rigid Esophagoscopy with Dilation
- Esophageal Dilation with Rigid Scope
- Transoral Esophagus Widening
- Rigid Esophagoscopy with Guide Wire
CPT Codes:
- 43196: Esophagoscopy, rigid, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by dilation over guide wire
Also known as:
- Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
- Fat Transfer
- Liposuction with Fat Injection
- Body Fat Graft
- Autologous Fat Injection
CPT Codes:
- 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
Also known as:
- Vagus Nerve Block Injection
- Vagus Nerve Injection
- Anesthetic Vagus Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Vagus Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64408: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; vagus nerve
Does Dr. Yang accept my insurance?
Dr. Yang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-0733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yang accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Yang in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yang's office located?
Dr. Zao Yang's Primary Practice
7703 Floyd Curl Dr # 7777
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 450-0733
What is Dr. Yang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497174528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yang
What is Dr. Zao Yang's specialty?
Dr. Yang is a Otolaryngologist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Yang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zao Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yang is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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
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Is Zao Yang accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Zao Yang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zao Yang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office at (210) 450-0733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zao Yang?
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