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Dr. William Stokes, MD

Otolaryngologist

Rochester, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stokes, Otolaryngologist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. William Stokes, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Stokes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stokes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stokes’s office at (304) 293-0941.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Stokes?

    Dr. William Stokes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Stokes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer & Surgery, Microvascular Surgery, Skull Base Tumors & Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rochester, NY community, Dr. Stokes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Stokes speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Stokes 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. Stokes. 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:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer
    • Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified

    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:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    Also known as:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Mouth Malignancy
    • Oral Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified

    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. Stokes typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Stokes 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. Stokes. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    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:

    • Voice Prosthetic Fitting
    • Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
    • Voice Device Assessment
    • Artificial Voice Fitting

    CPT Codes:

    • 92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech

    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)

    Does Dr. Stokes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stokes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 293-0941 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stokes accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Stokes in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stokes' office located?

    Dr. William Stokes' Primary Practice

    1425 Portland Ave

    Rochester, NY 14621

    (304) 293-0941

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    Dr. William Stokes' Practice 2

    1065 Senator Keating Blvd Ste 240

    Rochester, NY 14618

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    What hospitals are Dr. Stokes affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Stokes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Stokes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740609841.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stokes?

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

    What is Dr. William Stokes's specialty?

    Dr. Stokes is an Otolaryngologist near Rochester, NY.

    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 Dr. William Stokes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stokes is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital 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 Dr. William Stokes accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. William Stokes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Stokes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stokes' office at (304) 293-0941 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Stokes?

    Please contact Dr. Stokes' office at (304) 293-0941 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stokes' office located?

    Dr. Stokes' office is located in Rochester, NY.