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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kostrzewa, Otolaryngologist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. John Kostrzewa, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kostrzewa graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine. Dr. Kostrzewa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kostrzewa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kostrzewa’s office at (256) 536-9300.
Where did Dr. Kostrzewa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kostrzewa board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. John Kostrzewa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Kostrzewa speak?
Dr. Kostrzewa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kostrzewa treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kostrzewa 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. Kostrzewa. 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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
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:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Recurrent Acute Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Recurrent acute sinusitis
- Repeated sinus infection
- Recurring sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0191: Acute recurrent sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Postnasal Drip
- Sinusitis
- PND
- Mucus in throat
- Throat clearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0982: Postnasal drip
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Kostrzewa perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Kostrzewa 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. Kostrzewa. 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:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Removal of Growth Inside the Nose
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction (Superficial)
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
- Intranasal lesion excision
- Nasal growth removal
- Laser treatment for nasal lesion
- Nose polyp removal
- Inferior turbinate ablation
- Nasal passage opening surgery
- Radiofrequency turbinate reduction
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
- 30117: Excision or destruction (eg, laser), intranasal lesion; internal approach
- 30801: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); superficial
Also known as:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Sinus Surgery (Sphenoidotomy)
- Maxillary Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Endoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
- Total Ethmoidectomy
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
- Nasal Endoscopy with Sphenoidotomy
- Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Balloon Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Transnasal Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Tissue Excision
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
- 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31287: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with sphenoidotomy;
- 31295: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); maxillary sinus ostium, transnasal or via canine fossa
- 31288: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with sphenoidotomy; with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Valve Collapse Repair (Radiofrequency)
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Radiofrequency Nasal Valve Remodeling
- Nasal Airway Obstruction Repair
- Nose Valve Collapse Treatment
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Nasal Turbinate Ablation
- Inferior Turbinate Reduction
- Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30469: Repair of nasal valve collapse with low energy, temperature-controlled (ie, radiofrequency) subcutaneous/submucosal remodeling
- 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Nasal Endoscopy with Concha Bullosa Removal
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Nasal Endoscopy with Nerve Freezing (Cryoablation)
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Concha Bullosa Resection
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Posterior nasal nerve cryoablation
- Nasal nerve destruction
- Endoscopic cryoablation for nose
CPT Codes:
- 31240: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with concha bullosa resection
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
- 31243: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with destruction by cryoablation, posterior nasal nerve
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:
- Surgical Nasal Endoscopy for Nosebleed Control
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Nosebleed Treatment
- Nasal Hemorrhage Control Endoscopy
- Surgical Sinus Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31238: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with control of nasal hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Simple Nosebleed Treatment
- Anterior Nasal Hemorrhage Control
- Nosebleed Cautery
- Nasal Packing for Nosebleed
- Stop Nosebleed Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 30901: Control nasal hemorrhage, anterior, simple (limited cautery and/or packing) any method
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:
- Frontal Sinus Balloon Dilation
- Endoscopy
- Balloon sinuplasty
- Frontal sinus endoscopy
- Sinus opening dilation
- Endoscopic sinus surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31296: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); frontal sinus ostium
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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Adenoid Removal for Children
- Adenoid Removal (Age 12 or Older)
- Pediatric Adenoidectomy
- Adenoid Surgery for Kids
- Removal of Adenoids
- Adult Adenoidectomy
- Removal of Adenoids (Older Child/Adult)
- Adenoid Gland Excision
CPT Codes:
- 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12
- 42831: Adenoidectomy, primary; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Tonsil Removal for Children Under 12
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Child Tonsil Surgery
- Tonsillectomy for Kids
CPT Codes:
- 42825: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
- Lingual Frenectomy
- Frenotomy
- Tongue-Tie Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)
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:
- Inner Ear Drug Infusion
- Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion', 'Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment', 'Meniere's Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Myringotomy with Tubes
- Tympanostomy with Ventilating Tube
- Ear Drum Incision with Tube Placement
- Grommet Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia
Also known as:
- Eardrum Repair
- Tympanoplasty
- Perforated Eardrum Repair
- Myringoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 69610: Tympanic membrane repair, with or without site preparation of perforation for closure, with or without patch
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Dilation
- Nasal Endoscopy with Eustachian Dilation
- Ear Tube Widening
CPT Codes:
- 69706: Nasopharyngoscopy, surgical, with dilation of eustachian tube (ie, balloon dilation); bilateral
Also known as:
- Ear Drum Incision with Fluid Drainage or Eustachian Tube Inflation
- Myringotomy
- Ear Drum Puncture
- Eustachian Tube Inflation
- Ear Fluid Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 69420: Myringotomy including aspiration and/or eustachian tube inflation
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Removal (Under Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Myringotomy Tube Removal
- Grommet Removal
- Ventilation Tube Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 69424: Ventilating tube removal requiring general anesthesia
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:
- Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Inspire Device Implantation
- Sleep Apnea Neurostimulator
- Tongue Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64582: Open implantation of hypoglossal nerve neurostimulator array, pulse generator, and distal respiratory sensor electrode or electrode array
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Soft Palate and Throat Reconstruction
- Hyoid Bone Muscle Release and Suspension
- Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
- Throat Widening Surgery
- Snoring Surgery
- Hyoid suspension
- Myotomy of hyoid
- Sleep apnea surgery
- Throat muscle repositioning
CPT Codes:
- 42145: Palatopharyngoplasty (eg, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, uvulopharyngoplasty)
- 21685: Hyoid myotomy and suspension
Also known as:
- Closed Nose Bone Fracture Repair with Stabilization
- Nasal Bone Reduction
- Broken Nose Repair (Closed)
- Nose Fracture Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 21320: Closed treatment of nasal bone fracture with manipulation; with stabilization
Does Dr. Kostrzewa accept my insurance?
Dr. Kostrzewa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 536-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kostrzewa accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Kostrzewa in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kostrzewa's office located?
Dr. John Kostrzewa's Primary Practice
1963 Memorial Pkwy SW Ste 5
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 536-9300
Dr. John Kostrzewa's Practice 3
8337 Highway 72 W Ste 301
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 772-1884
What is Dr. Kostrzewa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kostrzewa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093924359.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kostrzewa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kostrzewa
What is Dr. John Kostrzewa's specialty?
Dr. Kostrzewa is a Otolaryngologist near Huntsville, AL. 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. Kostrzewa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Kostrzewa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kostrzewa is affiliated with Huntsville 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 John Kostrzewa accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. John Kostrzewa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Kostrzewa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kostrzewa's office at (256) 536-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Kostrzewa?
Please contact Dr. Kostrzewa's office at (256) 536-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Kostrzewa have?
Dr. John Kostrzewa is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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