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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kent, Otolaryngologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. David Kent, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kent is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kent’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kent’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kent?
Dr. David Kent, 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. Kent empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders, Sleep Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville, TN community, Dr. Kent is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kent speak?
Dr. Kent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Kent typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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)
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Kent typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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:
- 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. Kent accept my insurance?
Dr. Kent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kent accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Kent in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kent's office located?
What is Dr. Kent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851612568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kent
What is Dr. David Kent's specialty?
Dr. Kent is a Otolaryngologist near Nashville, TN.
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. David Kent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kent is affiliated with Vanderbilt University 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 David Kent accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. David Kent is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Kent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kent's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Kent?
Please contact Dr. Kent's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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