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Dr. Robert Lindau, MD

Dr. Robert Lindau, MD

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Council Bluffs, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lindau, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Robert Lindau, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lindau graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Lindau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lindau’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lindau’s office at (402) 354-5048.

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

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin

    What languages does Dr. Lindau speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Lindau typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Lindau 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. Lindau. 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:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Salivary Gland Problems
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Salivary Gland Issues
    • Saliva Gland Ailments
    • Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K118: Other diseases of salivary glands

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck

    Also known as:

    • Side of Tongue Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Lateral Tongue Carcinoma
    • Malignant Tumor on Side of Tongue
    • Cancer on tongue border

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C021: Malignant neoplasm of border of tongue

    Also known as:

    • Jaw Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Primary Bone Cancer
    • Mandibular Cancer
    • Lower Jaw Cancer
    • Malignant Mandible Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C411: Malignant neoplasm of mandible

    Also known as:

    • Facial Melanoma
    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Facial Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Face
    • Melanoma on Face

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4339: Malignant melanoma of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

    • 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)

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Lindau typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Lindau 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. Lindau. 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:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Also known as:

    • Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Deep Cervical Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
    • Facial Skin Graft
    • Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
    • Full Thickness Graft for Face
    • Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)

    CPT Codes:

    • 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Large Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer

    CPT Codes:

    • 11626: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Parotid Gland Tumor Removal with Facial Nerve Preservation
    • Parotidectomy
    • Salivary gland tumor removal
    • Facial nerve sparing parotidectomy
    • Lateral parotidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 42415: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; lateral lobe, with dissection and preservation of facial nerve

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
    • DISE Procedure
    • Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
    • Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
    • Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea

    CPT Codes:

    • 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic

    Does Dr. Lindau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lindau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 354-5048 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lindau accept in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Lindau in Council Bluffs, IA 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 Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lindau's office located?

    Dr. Robert Lindau's Primary Practice

    1 Edmundson Pl

    Council Bluffs, IA 51503

    (402) 354-5048

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    Dr. Robert Lindau's Practice 2

    16120 W Dodge Rd

    Omaha, NE 68118

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

    Dr. Lindau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659587194.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lindau?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Lindau's specialty?

    Dr. Lindau is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Council Bluffs, IA.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

    Is Dr. Robert Lindau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lindau is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Women's Hospital, Bryan East Campus, Orthonebraska Hospital, Mary Lanning Healthcare 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 Dr. Robert Lindau accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Lindau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Lindau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lindau's office at (402) 354-5048 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Lindau?

    Please contact Dr. Lindau's office at (402) 354-5048 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lindau's office located?

    Dr. Lindau's offices are located in Council Bluffs, IA and Omaha, NE.