46 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Spanos, Otolaryngologist in Sioux Falls, SD?
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Where did Dr. Spanos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Microvascular Free Tissue Transfer: University of South Florida (Tampa, FL)
Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine
Is Dr. Spanos board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. William Spanos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Spanos speak?
Dr. Spanos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Spanos typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Spanos 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. Spanos. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
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:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Throat Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
ICD-10 Codes:
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Spanos typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Spanos 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. Spanos. 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:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
Also known as:
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
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:
- Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
- Direct laryngoscopy with injection
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
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:
- Esophagus Dilation with Balloon (Rigid Scope)
- Esophageal Stricture Dilation
- Throat Narrowing Treatment
- Rigid Esophagoscopy with Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 43195: Esophagoscopy, rigid, transoral; with balloon dilation (less than 30 mm diameter)
Does Dr. Spanos accept my insurance?
Dr. Spanos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 328-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spanos accept in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Spanos in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Avera Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
State of South Dakota
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Spanos' office located?
Dr. William Spanos' Primary Practice
1417 S Cliff Ave Ste 300
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 328-8200
What hospitals are Dr. Spanos affiliated with?
Dr. Spanos has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Fellow of American Head and Neck Society (AHNS)
Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Member of American Medical Association
Member of South Dakota Medical Association
Member of American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
What is Dr. Spanos's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spanos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184833584.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spanos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spanos