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Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli, MD

Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli, MD

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Puccinelli, Otolaryngologist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Puccinelli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puccinelli’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puccinelli’s office at (402) 932-1999.

    What languages does Dr. Puccinelli speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Puccinelli 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. Puccinelli. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted Earwax
    • Excessive Earwax
    • Earwax Impaction
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6120: Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear
    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    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:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Puccinelli 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. Puccinelli. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    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:

    • 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Does Dr. Puccinelli accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puccinelli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 932-1999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puccinelli accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Puccinelli in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Puccinelli's office located?

    Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli's Primary Practice

    3600 Broadway

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (402) 932-1999

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    Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli's Practice 2

    911 Sunset Dr

    Hollister, CA 95023

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    Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli's Practice 3

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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

    Dr. Puccinelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528448958.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puccinelli?

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

    What is Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli's specialty?

    Dr. Puccinelli is a Otolaryngologist near Oakland, CA.

    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. Cassandra Puccinelli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Puccinelli is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland 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

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    Is Cassandra Puccinelli accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cassandra Puccinelli offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puccinelli's office at (402) 932-1999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cassandra Puccinelli?

    Please contact Dr. Puccinelli's office at (402) 932-1999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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